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Maya the Bee Movie

"Friendship is thicker than honey"

Movie G 2014 1h 28m 6.2 /10
Directed by Alexs Stadermann

Young Maya is a free spirited bee who questions the rigid rules of her hive. Rather than spend days following orders, she ventures out to see what life is like beyond the buzzing walls. On her travels she befriends creatures who push the boundaries of what a bee can do, from violin playing... Read more

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About Maya the Bee Movie

Young Maya is a free spirited bee who questions the rigid rules of her hive. Rather than spend days following orders, she ventures out to see what life is like beyond the buzzing walls. On her travels she befriends creatures who push the boundaries of what a bee can do, from violin playing grasshoppers to a hornet named Sting. The adventure invites Maya to test her skills and trust her own instincts as she discovers that courage and kindness can open doors to new friendships. The story stays light and playful, giving kids a window into empathy, teamwork, and the idea that being different can bring teams together. There are bright colors, bouncy music, and a sense of wonder throughout.

Directed by Alexs Stadermann, Maya the Bee Movie reimagines the Maya the Bee character for a modern family audience. The feature expands the franchise from the small screen into a theatrical experience with bright animation and humor that stays accessible.

Worldwide, the film earned about 29.6 million dollars, a solid showing for a non blockbuster family animated title during its theatrical run. It indicates healthy overseas interest in light hearted animated adventures for younger audiences around the world across markets.

Audiences gave the movie a fair reception, with a 6.2 out of 10 average from 181 votes. The film emphasizes friendship, curiosity, and cooperation, teaching that different creatures can team up to solve problems and make a cheerful community for all, regardless of size or origin for years to come.

Over time the Maya the Bee franchise extended beyond TV into cinema with this 2014 entry, helping introduce the character to international families and contributing to continued merchandise, spin offs, and new adventures in the same colorful world that kids remember and parents can share together for years to come.

Details

Release Date
September 11, 2014
Runtime
1h 28m
Rating
G
User Ratings
181 votes
Type
Movie
Genres
Family, Animation
Country
Germany
Collection
Maya the Bee Collection
Studio
Pixomondo Munich +4 more
Box Office
$29,600,000
External Links
View on IMDB

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Cast

Coco Jack Gillies

Coco Jack Gillies

Maya (voice)

Justine Clarke

Justine Clarke

Miss Cassandra (voice)

Heather Mitchell

Heather Mitchell

Nurse / Thekla the Spider (voice)

Jackie Weaver

Jackie Weaver

Buzzlina Von Beena (voice)

Miriam Margolyes

Miriam Margolyes

Queen (voice)

Noah Taylor

Noah Taylor

Crawley (voice)

Richard Roxburgh

Richard Roxburgh

Flip (voice)

Kodi Smit-McPhee

Kodi Smit-McPhee

Willy (voice)

Andy McPhee

Andy McPhee

Hank (voice)

Joel Franco

Joel Franco

Sting (voice)

Director: Alexs Stadermann

Written by: David Evans , Marcus Sauermann, Andrew Collins

Frequently Asked Questions

Maya the Bee Movie is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video. You can also rent or buy it on Apple iTunes and Amazon Video.

Yes, Maya the Bee Movie is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video.

Yes, you can rent on Apple iTunes and Amazon Video or buy on Apple iTunes and Amazon Video.

With a rating of 6.2/10 from 181 viewers, Maya the Bee Movie is considered decent by viewers and may be worth checking out.

Young Maya is a free spirited bee who questions the rigid rules of her hive. Rather than spend days following orders, she ventures out to see what life is like beyond the buzzing walls. On her travels she befriends creatures who push the boundaries of what a bee can do, from violin playing grassh...

Maya the Bee Movie stars Coco Jack Gillies, Justine Clarke, Heather Mitchell, Jackie Weaver, and Miriam Margolyes.

Maya the Bee Movie was directed by Alexs Stadermann.

Maya the Bee Movie was released on September 11, 2014.

Maya the Bee Movie is a Family and Animation film.

Coco Jack Gillies voices Maya. Her performance brings Maya's bubbly personality to life in this family-friendly adventure.

Miriam Margolyes voices Queen. She brings a regal presence to Maya's world.

It's rated G, so it's suitable for all ages. As a light, family-friendly animated film, it's a good pick for kids and parents to watch together.

Yes, it's based on the Maya the Bee character from the long-running Maya the Bee franchise. The film follows Maya, a bubbly bee who rebels against the hive rules to make friends.