Maya the Bee: The Honey Games

After a poor harvest, Maya and her companions must secure the survival of their hive. When an envoy from the Empress demands a portion of their winter honey, Maya travels to Buzztropolis to resolve the issue. This defiance leads to a confrontation with the Empress, resulting in a requirement that Maya and her team of insect friends compete in the Honey Games. They must overcome a cunning opponent to protect their honey stores.

Directed by Sergio Delfino and Noel Cleary, this 2018 animated adventure and comedy is a production from Germany and Australia. It is the first of two films directed by the pair, preceding Maya the Bee: The Golden Orb in 2021. The voice cast features Coco Jack Gillies as Maya, Benson Jack Anthony as Willy, and Justine Clarke as the Queen. The film was produced by Studio 100 Media, Flying Bark Productions, and Studio B Animation.

The movie earned 11 million USD at the worldwide box office. Audience reception is mixed, with a rating of 5.6/10 on IMDb from 1,100 votes and a slightly higher score of 6.6/10 on TMDB based on 69 votes.