The Bears and Bees (1932): cast, story & where to watch

1932 · Film · ★ 5.7

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Released in 1932, The Bears and Bees is a comedy, family and animation film directed by Wilfred Jackson, running about 6 minutes.

What it’s about. Two bear cubs tussle harmlessly, then start to munch on a berry bush, until a bigger, meaner bear chases them off. They nibble some flowers and find a bee, which they follow to the hive, which they then proceed to raid. The big bear chases them off, but unknown to him, a bee spotted the raid and has summoned the attack squad. The bees run him off, and the cubs dig in.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Bears and Bees has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bears and Bees page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Bears and Bees tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Bears and Bees (1932)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bears and Bees change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Bears and Bees worth watching?
The Bears and Bees holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
When was The Bears and Bees released?
The Bears and Bees was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.