---
title: "Bumblebee"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/bumblebee-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 424783
imdb_id: "tt4701182"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 114
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 6694
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Bumblebee (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/bumblebee-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A teenager discovers a battle-scarred alien robot hiding in a small California beach town."

### Why Watch
- compelling character connection
- strong period setting

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited scope compared to franchise entries
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains sequences of science fiction action and mild peril.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: nostalgic, heartfelt, action-packed, adventurous

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel | Kanopy | JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Paramount Plus, Sky Go, Now TV Cinema, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Crave Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | BINGE, Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Foxtel Now, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Travis Knight
- **Networks / Studios**: Paramount Pictures, Allspark Pictures, Bay Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Dylan O'Brien** as *B-127 / Bumblebee (voice)*
- **Hailee Steinfeld** as *Charlie Watson*
- **John Cena** as *Jack Burns*
- **Jorge Lendeborg Jr.** as *Memo Gutierrez*
- **John Ortiz** as *Dr. Powell*
- **Stephen Schneider** as *Ron*
- **Jason Ian Drucker** as *Otis Watson*
- **Pamela Adlon** as *Sally Watson*
- **Len Cariou** as *Hank*
- **Glynn Turman** as *General Whalen*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When is the film set?
The story takes place in 1987.

### Q: Where does the story take place?
The film is set in a small beach town in California.

### Q: Who discovers the robot?
A teenager named Charlie discovers the robot in a junkyard.

### Q: What kind of vehicle is Bumblebee?
Bumblebee is a yellow VW bug.

### Q: What is Charlie's age?
Charlie is on the cusp of turning 18.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Bumblebee — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/424783)
- [Bumblebee (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bumblebee_(film))
- [Bumblebee (2018) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/424783-bumblebee/cast)
- [Bumblebee (movie) - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia](https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bumblebee_(movie))
- [Bumblebee (2018) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4701182/)
- [Bumblebee (2018) - Full Cast and Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/bumblebee/FstITIhyyRkZt34EQtNLN3/credits/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*