Akeelah and the Bee
Changing the world... one word at a time.
11-year-old Akeelah Anderson has a way with words. After winning her schoolwide spelling bee, she decides to enter the competition, despite her classmates' derision and the antipathy of her mother Tanya. Thanks to the efforts of her teacher Dr. Larabee, she reaches the finals. As she gets to know her fellow competitors, Akeelah realizes that coming first isn't everything in life.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Akeelah and the Bee
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 2006-04-28
- Runtime: 112 minutes
- Rating: 7.1/10 (340 votes)
- Budget: $8,000,000
- Revenue: $18,948,425
- Production Companies: Lions Gate Films, 2929 Productions, Out of the Blue... Entertainment, Starbucks Entertainment, Cinema Gypsy Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.4306
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Keke Palmer
as Akeelah Anderson
Laurence Fishburne
as Dr. Larabee
Angela Bassett
as Tanya Anderson
Curtis Armstrong
as Mr. Welch
J.R. Villarreal
as Javier
Sean Michael Afable
as Dylan Chiu
Sahara Garey
as Georgia
Lee Thompson Young
as Devon
Julito McCullum
as Terrence
Erica Hubbard
as Kiana
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Trailers & Clips
Akeelah and the Bee (2006) Official Trailer #1 - Laurence Fishburne Movie HD
Akeelah and the Bee (1/9) Movie CLIP - Natural Talent (2006) HD
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akeelah and the Bee?▼
Akeelah and the Bee is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2006-04-28.
Who are the main actors in Akeelah and the Bee?▼
The main cast includes Keke Palmer, Laurence Fishburne, Angela Bassett, Curtis Armstrong, J.R. Villarreal, .
Where can I watch Akeelah and the Bee online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Akeelah and the Bee is available.
Is Akeelah and the Bee based on a true story?▼
Changing the world... one word at a time.
What is the IMDb rating of Akeelah and the Bee?▼
Akeelah and the Bee has an IMDb rating of 7.1/10 based on 340 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Akeelah and the Bee?▼
The movie had a production budget of $8,000,000 and earned $18,948,425 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Akeelah and the Bee?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Lions Gate Films, 2929 Productions, Out of the Blue... Entertainment, Starbucks Entertainment, Cinema Gypsy Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Akeelah and the Bee filmed?▼
Akeelah and the Bee was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Akeelah and the Bee?▼
The total runtime of Akeelah and the Bee is 112 minutes.
Is Akeelah and the Bee suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Akeelah and the Bee?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Akeelah and the Bee.
Does Akeelah and the Bee have a post-credit scene?▼
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