Hornets from Hell (2004): cast, story & where to watch

2004 · Film · ★ 5.2

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Released in 2004, Hornets from Hell is a documentary film, running about 54 minutes.

What it’s about. A small but highly efficient killing machine - a hornet two inches long and with a wingspan up to three inches - lurks in the mountains of Japan. The voracious predator has a quarter-inch stinger that pumps out a dose of venom with an enzyme so strong it can dissolve human tissue. Just one of these hornets can kill 40 European honeybees a minute; a handful of the creatures can slaughter 30,000 European honeybees within hours, leaving a trail of severed insect heads and limbs. Someone who is stung by the hornet and doesn't receive proper treatment soon thereafter can die from the venom, which is powerful enough to disintegrate human flesh. About 40 people die each year after being stung by giant hornets, mainly as a result of an allergic reaction to the venom.

Who’s in it. Hornets from Hell stars Stan Watt as Narrator (voice) and Dr. Masato Ono.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Hornets from Hell has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hornets from Hell page.

If you liked it. Fans of Hornets from Hell tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Hornets from Hell (2004)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hornets from Hell change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Hornets from Hell worth watching?
Hornets from Hell holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Hornets from Hell?
Hornets from Hell stars Stan Watt and Dr. Masato Ono.
When was Hornets from Hell released?
Hornets from Hell was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 54 minutes.