Queen Bee (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 1978, Queen Bee is a thriller and mystery film directed by Kon Ichikawa, running about 140 minutes.
What it’s about. In order to solve the mystery of a murder of an old governess which takes place at a wealthy Daidoji family's country estate, family secrets and lies dating back several generations must be sorted out once and for all.
Who’s in it. Queen Bee stars Koji Ishizaka as Kosuke Kindaichi, Keiko Kishi as Hideko Kamio, Yōko Tsukasa as Tsutayo and Mieko Takamine as Takako Higashikoji, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Queen Bee has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Queen Bee page.
If you liked it. Fans of Queen Bee tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Queen Bee (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Queen Bee change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Queen Bee worth watching?
- Queen Bee holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Queen Bee?
- Queen Bee stars Koji Ishizaka, Keiko Kishi, Yōko Tsukasa, Mieko Takamine and Kie Nakai.
- When was Queen Bee released?
- Queen Bee was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 140 minutes.