Akeelah and the Bee 2006
“Changing the world... one word at a time.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 113 minutes
- Director
- Doug Atchison
- Networks
- Lions Gate Films, 2929 Productions, Out of the Blue... Entertainment
What is Akeelah and the Bee?
Akeelah and the Bee is a film first released in 2006. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2006
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 113 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 28, 2006
- Studios
- Lions Gate Films, 2929 Productions, Out of the Blue... Entertainment
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.1/10
- Episode runtime
- ~113 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Lions Gate Films, 2929 Productions, Out of the Blue... Entertainment
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Overview
Akeelah and the Bee is a film first released in 2006. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Lions Gate Films, 2929 Productions, Out of the Blue... Entertainment. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A gifted 11‑year‑old enters a national spelling bee against doubt.”
- Strong lead performance
- Encouraging message about effort
- Well‑crafted drama
- Predictable storyline
- Limited exploration of side characters
Watch it if you enjoy uplifting stories about personal growth and competition.
Rated PG, suitable for general audiences with mild language.
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When was Akeelah and the Bee released?
It was released in the United States on April 28, 2006.
What is the film’s runtime?
The movie runs for approximately 1 hour and 53 minutes.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama.
What is the film’s MPAA rating?
The movie is rated PG.
Who is the main character?
The story follows 11‑year‑old Akeelah Anderson, a talented speller.
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