Is Hermie & Friends: Buzby and the Grumble Bees Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2007)

📖 The Core Premise

Hermie & Friends: Buzby and the Grumble Bees returns to the screen in 2007, bringing a fresh narrative to the Family, Animation genre. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "The garden bugs secretly agree to help Buzby show his misbehaving niece and nephew how unpleasant life would be if everyone misbehaved the way they do. After a few encounters with the misbehaving bugs demonstrates how dangerous, gross, and uncomfortable things can become when no one cleans up after themselves, uses good table manners, or gets enough sleep, Beebee and Buddy decide to practice good behavior."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Unfortunately, Tim Conway feels underutilized in a role that lacks depth. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Family. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Hermie & Friends: Buzby and the Grumble Bees worth your time? If you appreciate Family, Animation films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Hermie & Friends: Buzby and the Grumble Bees misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 36 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.