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Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey (2023): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey is a 2023 horror film directed by Rhys Frake-Waterfield, starring Craig David Dowsett as Winnie-the-Pooh, Maria Taylor and Danielle Ronald. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes and earned $7.7 million worldwide on a $100,000 budget. Critics gave it 3% on Rotten Tomatoes and 16 on Metacritic.

Rotten Tomatoes
3%
worldwide gross
$7.7M
Echo Score
16
Metascore
16
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Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey (2023) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Genre
Horror
Original language
English
Budget
$100K
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey About?

The premise of Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

After Christopher Robin grows up and leaves the Hundred Acre Wood, Pooh and Piglet are abandoned and left to fend for themselves. No longer sustained by the boy's visits, they descend into a feral state, driven by hunger and resentment. Their desperate search for sustenance leads them to develop a taste for human blood, resulting in a horrifying and violent rampage through the forest that threatens anyone who crosses their path.

Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • stalker
  • lesbian couple
  • pig
  • knife
  • mild female nudity
  • slasher horror
  • lesbian
  • honey
  • female nudity
  • slasher
  • british horror
  • bear
+38 more
  • young man
  • young woman
  • blood
  • gore
  • bare chested male
  • cabin
  • woods
  • stabbed to death
  • hammer
  • hogtie
  • dungarees
  • denim shirt
  • flannel shirt
  • bloody violence
  • grindhouse film
  • slasher killer
  • slasher murderer
  • characters murdered one by one
  • characters killed one by one
  • voice over narration
  • gratuitous female nudity
  • f word
  • head crushed
  • winnie the pooh character
  • no ending
  • unhappy ending
  • female pedal pumping
  • villain not really dead cliche
  • monster horror
  • burning a corpse
  • hot tub
  • getting lost
  • eeyore character
  • rabbit character
  • hostage
  • corpse
  • college student
  • pickup truck
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Cast & crew

Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey Cast & Characters

Craig David Dowsett leads the cast as Winnie-the-Pooh, with Maria Taylor as Maria and Danielle Ronald as Zoe. Directed by Rhys Frake-Waterfield; 10 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey

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From the director

More from Rhys Frake-Waterfield

One more film directed by Rhys Frake-Waterfield: Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2.

Full filmography
Ratings

Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 3% on Rotten Tomatoes and 16 on Metacritic. Our Echo Score gives it 16/100, strongest in art & craft (22) and weakest in story & flow (8).

16 /100

Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey Echo Score Breakdown

The film is overwhelmingly regarded as a poorly executed horror reinterpretation, with critics and most viewers highlighting its lack of humor, weak narrative, and subpar production values. While a handful of users note a certain B‑movie charm and brief entertainment, these comments are outweighed by consistent criticism of the script, acting and visual presentation. Consequently the movie offers minimal appeal beyond its novelty of the title.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 22

    In terms of direction and visual craft, reviewers describe the film as amateurish, noting obvious daylight in night scenes and inexpressive animal masks. Critics label the cinematography as “stupefyingly unfunny” and “inept,” while a single user praises the brief, B‑movie aesthetic. Overall the art and craft are judged to be poorly realized.

  • Character & Emotion 12

    When evaluating performances and character depth, critics repeatedly call the cast “terrible” and the dialogue “awful,” emphasizing a lack of emotional resonance. User comments echo this, citing weak chemistry and uninteresting kills. A few viewers mention the film’s B‑movie vibe as a redeeming quirk, but overall character work is regarded as severely lacking.

  • Story & Flow 8

    Story assessment highlights a generic, derivative plot with numerous holes and filler, as noted by both critics and users. Reviews describe the narrative as “non‑existent,” lacking tension and coherence, and failing to deliver a satisfying arc. While one reviewer concedes a nostalgic low‑budget charm, the consensus deems the story fundamentally weak.

  • Sensory Experience 20

    The sensory experience is judged subpar, with critics pointing to inexpressive masks, cheap visual effects, and an unremarkable soundtrack. Comments note that the film feels visually flat and the sound design offers little atmosphere. A minority of viewers find the brief gore and B‑movie aesthetic mildly entertaining, but overall the sensory impact is considered poor.

  • Rewatch Factor 18

    Rewatch potential is low, as most reviewers find little enjoyment beyond the novelty of the title. Critics label the film “unfun” and “a waste of time,” while users describe it as boring and not worth revisiting. A few comment on its short length and campy B‑movie feel as mildly diverting, but overall replay value remains minimal.

Plot

Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Years ago, a young Christopher Robin formed a bond with a group of anthropomorphic creatures in the Hundred Acre Wood - including Owl, Rabbit, Eeyore, Piglet, and Winnie-the-Pooh. However, when Christopher left for college, he abandoned them, which led to dire consequences. Without his presence to feed them and with winter approaching, the creatures faced starvation, ultimately resulting in their shocking decision to kill Eeyore for survival. This grim act ignited a deep-seated hatred for humanity within them, prompting a vow to return to their primal instincts and silence themselves forever.

Full summary

The whole story of Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey Box Office & Budget

Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey grossed $7.7 million worldwide on a $100,000 budget, 77 times what it cost. $2.1 million came from the US and Canada and $5.6 million (73%) from the rest of the world.

2023 box office

Worldwide gross

$7.7M

77× its budget

US & Canada
$2.1M
International
$5.6M
Budget
$100K
US & Canada 27% Rest of the world 73%
Videos

Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey Trailers & Videos

3 videos: 2 trailers and 1 teaser.

Official Trailer
  • Trailer Trailer
  • Teaser Fathom Events Spot
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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What event triggers the woodland creatures' descent into savagery?

Cars

Cars in Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey

7 cars on screen, including the 2012 Ford Ranger and the 2006 BMW 3 Touring E91.

All 7 cars
  • 2012 Ford Ranger in Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2012 Ford Ranger Important role
  • 2006 BMW 3 Touring E91 in Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2006 BMW 3 Touring E91 Minor role
  • 2007 Fiat 500 in Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2007 Fiat 500 Minor role
  • 1998 Land-Rover Discovery Series II in Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 1998 Land-Rover Discovery Series II Minor role
Details

Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey Also Known As

30 alternative titles, including “Ursinho Pooh: Sangue e Mel” and “פו הדוב: דם ודבש”.

Also known as
  • Ursinho Pooh: Sangue e Mel
  • פו הדוב: דם ודבש
  • Winnie l'ourson : De sang et de miel
  • Winnie l'ourson : Du sang et du miel
  • Winnie l'Ourson: Du Sang et du Miel
  • 小熊維尼:血與蜜
  • Winnie the Pooh: Sangue e Miele
  • プー あくまのくまさん
  • Winnie The Pooh: Sangre y Miel
  • วินนี่เดอะพูห์: โหด/เห็น/หมี
  • Winnie-the-Pooh - Sangue e miele
  • 곰돌이 푸: 피와 꿀
+18 more
  • פו הדב: דם ודבש
  • Micimackó: Vér és méz
  • วินนี่ เดอะ พูห์ โหด/เห็น/หมี
  • Вінні-Пух: Кров і мед
  • Винни Пух: Кровь и мёд
  • Winnie the Pooh: Krv i med
  • Medvídek Pú: Krev a med
  • Winnie the Pooh: Miel y sangre
  • 小熊维尼:血染蜂蜜
  • Winnie The Pooh: Kan ve Bal
  • Puchatek: Krew i miód
  • Gấu Pooh: Máu và Mật
  • Γουίνι το Αρκουδάκι: Αίμα και Μέλι
  • Macko Puf: Krv a med
  • Mikė Pūkuotukas: Kraujas ir Medus
  • وینی پو: خون و عسل
  • Вини Пу: Крв и мед
  • Мечо Пух: Кръв и мед

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FAQ

Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey?

Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey released?

Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey was released on February 16, 2023.

Who directed Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey?

Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey was directed by Rhys Frake-Waterfield.

More films by Rhys Frake-Waterfield

Who is in the cast of Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey?

Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey stars Craig David Dowsett as Winnie-the-Pooh, Maria Taylor as Maria and Danielle Ronald as Zoe, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey make at the box office?

Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey grossed $7.7 million worldwide ($2.1 million domestic, $5.6 million international) on a budget of $100,000.

How is Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey rated?

Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey has 3% on Rotten Tomatoes, 16 on Metacritic, 49% on TMDB and 1.1/5 on Letterboxd.

Does Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey have a post-credit scene?

No. Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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