Bumblebee 2018
“Every hero has a beginning.”
What is Bumblebee?
Bumblebee is a 2018 science fiction action film based on the Transformers toy line character. Directed by Travis Knight and written by Christina Hodson, it is a film that follows the story of Bumblebee as he finds refuge in a junkyard in a small Californian beach town.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2018
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 114 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 22, 2018
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- China, United States of America
- Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Allspark Pictures, Bay Films
- Budget
- $135,000,000
- Revenue
- $467,989,645
- Genres
- Action, Adventure, Science Fiction
- Updated
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Overview
Bumblebee is a 2018 science fiction action film based on the Transformers toy line character. Directed by Travis Knight and written by Christina Hodson, it is a film that follows the story of Bumblebee as he finds refuge in a junkyard in a small Californian beach town. The film stars Hailee Steinfeld, John Cena, Jorge Lendeborg Jr., John Ortiz, Jason Drucker, and Pamela Adlon. Bumblebee's journey begins when he is discovered by Charlie, a young woman on the cusp of turning 18, who is trying to find her place in the world. When Charlie revives him, she learns that this is no ordinary yellow VW bug. The film is the sixth installment in the Transformers movie series and features a mix of action, adventure, and science fiction elements.
Should you watch it?
“A teenager discovers a battle-scarred alien robot hiding in a small California beach town.”
- compelling character connection
- strong period setting
- limited scope compared to franchise entries
Watch it if you enjoy stories about unlikely friendships between humans and machines.
The film contains sequences of science fiction action and mild peril.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the film set?
The story takes place in 1987.
Where does the story take place?
The film is set in a small beach town in California.
Who discovers the robot?
A teenager named Charlie discovers the robot in a junkyard.
What kind of vehicle is Bumblebee?
Bumblebee is a yellow VW bug.
What is Charlie's age?
Charlie is on the cusp of turning 18.