The Bee and the Rose (1908): cast, story & where to watch
1908 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1908, The Bee and the Rose is a fantasy film directed by Segundo de Chomón, running about 4 minutes.
What it’s about. The Queen Bee and her entourage appear dancing around the hive. Suddenly, a splendid rose rises in a bed of flowers, comes to life and flies off with the Queen Bee. Then the Queen of Roses returns to her original state. The Queen Bee is saddened by the loss of her beautiful companion and, after inhaling the fragrance of the roses, falls asleep. A spider spins its web over her and traps her, but a swarm of bees quickly arrives and frees their Queen. The final scene is a graceful ballet featuring charming ballerinas portraying roses and bees.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Bee and the Rose has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bee and the Rose page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bee and the Rose tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bee and the Rose (1908)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bee and the Rose change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bee and the Rose worth watching?
- The Bee and the Rose holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Bee and the Rose released?
- The Bee and the Rose was released in 1908, with a runtime of about 4 minutes.