---
title: "Queen Bees"
year: 2021
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/queen-bees-2021"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 553592
imdb_id: "tt8338076"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 101
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 66
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Queen Bees (2021) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/queen-bees-2021

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Queen Bees" (2021).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invention/guessing (titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.).
Write in original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Format: Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: Queen Bees
Year: 2021
Genres: Romance, Comedy, Drama (or Romantic Comedy)
Director: Michael Lembeck
Cast: Ellen Burstyn, James Caan (final film released during his lifetime), Ann-Margret, Christopher Lloyd, Jane Curtin, Loretta Devine, and Elizabeth Mitchell.
Rating: PG-13
Runtime: 1h 41m (TMDB) or 1 Hr 40 Mins (TV Guide). I will use 1 hour 41 minutes or just mention the duration if needed.
Release Date: 06/11/2021 (US)
Plot: Helen is an independent widow who moves into the Pine Grove Senior Community. She discovers it is like high school, featuring cliques and flirtatious suitors. This environment leads her to new friendships and a chance at love again with a newcomer named Dan.
Draft 1:
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## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel | Plex, Plex Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | MGM Plus Amazon Channel | Rakuten TV, YouTube Free | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Plex | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Michael Lembeck
- **Networks / Studios**: Astute Films, Big Indie Pictures, Gravitas Ventures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ellen Burstyn** as *Helen Wilson*
- **James Caan** as *Dan*
- **Ann-Margret** as *Margot Clark*
- **Jane Curtin** as *Jane Poindexter*
- **Christopher Lloyd** as *Arthur Lane*
- **Loretta Devine** as *Sally*
- **Elizabeth Mitchell** as *Laura Wilson Crane*
- **Matthew Barnes** as *Peter Crane*
- **French Stewart** as *Ken DeNardo*
- **Alec Mapa** as *Lito Santos*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Queen Bees online?
Queen Bees is currently available to watch or stream on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Queen Bees worth watching?
Queen Bees holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 66 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Romance, Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Queen Bees and when was it released?
Queen Bees is a feature film with a runtime of 101 minutes. It was released in 2021. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Queen Bees?
Queen Bees was directed by Michael Lembeck.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Queen Bees — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/553592)
- [Queen Bees (2021) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8338076/fullcredits/)
- [Queen Bees (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Queen_Bees_(film))
- [Queen Bees (2021) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/553592-queen-bees/cast)
- [Queen Bees - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/queen-bees/cast/2000445312/)

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