The Savage Bees
"They're coming this way...not to make honey, but to kill."
Originally released in 1976. The Savage Bees is a horror/thriller film. directed by Bruce Geller.
Starring Ben Johnson, Michael Parks, and Paul Hecht
Synopsis
In this horror-drama the festive fun of the annual Mardi Gras celebration is brought to a halt when a swarm of African killer bees escape from a foreign freighter.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 22, 1976
49 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
5.1/10
Mixed (20 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ben Johnson
as Sheriff Donald McKew
Michael Parks
as Dr. Jeff DuRand
Paul Hecht
as Dr. Rufus Carter
Gretchen Corbett
as Jeannie Devereaux
Horst Buchholz
as Dr. Jorge Mueller
Bruce French
as Police Lieutenant
James Best
as Pellegrino
David L. Gray
as Coast Guard Lieutenant
Richard Charles Boyle
as Coast Guard Chief
Eliott Keener
as Freighter Boatswain
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Alan Landsburg Productions
- Don Kirshner Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Savage Bees about?
In this horror-drama the festive fun of the annual Mardi Gras celebration is brought to a halt when a swarm of African killer bees escape from a foreign freighter.
Who directed The Savage Bees?
The Savage Bees was directed by Bruce Geller.
How long is The Savage Bees?
The Savage Bees has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was The Savage Bees released?
The Savage Bees was released on November 22, 1976 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Savage Bees?
The main cast of The Savage Bees includes Ben Johnson, Michael Parks, Paul Hecht, Gretchen Corbett, Horst Buchholz.