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The Secret Life of Bees

7.520081h 54mPG-13MovieFamilyAdventureDrama

Set in South Carolina in 1964, this is the tale of Lily Owens a 14 year-old girl who is haunted by the memory of her late mother. To escape her lonely life and troubled relationship with her father, Lily flees with Rosaleen, her caregiver…

DirectorGina Prince-Bythewood
WriterGina Prince-Bythewood
ProducersJada Pinkett Smith·Lauren Shuler Donner

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Disney PlusDisney Plus
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood

DFDakota Fanning
Dakota Fanning
Lily Owens
QLQueen Latifah
Queen Latifah
August Boatwright
JHJennifer Hudson
Jennifer Hudson
Rosaleen Daise
AKAlicia Keys
Alicia Keys
June Boatwright
SOSophie Okonedo
Sophie Okonedo
May Boatwright
PBPaul Bettany
Paul Bettany
T. Ray Owens
HMHilarie Burton Morgan
Hilarie Burton Morgan
Deborah Owens
TWTristan Mack Wilds
Tristan Mack Wilds
Zach Taylor
NPNate Parker
Nate Parker
Neil
SA
Shondrella Avery
Greta
RC
Renee Ford Clark
Doll (as Renée Clark)
SCSharon Conley
Sharon Conley
Violet

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The Secret Life of Bees — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Secret Life of Bees?

The Secret Life of Bees is streaming on Disney Plus in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Secret Life of Bees on Netflix?

No, The Secret Life of Bees is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus.

Is The Secret Life of Bees on Amazon Prime Video?

The Secret Life of Bees isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Secret Life of Bees for free?

The Secret Life of Bees is available on Disney Plus in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.