Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey (2023): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
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.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- Rhys Frake-Waterfield
- Genre
- Horror
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Fathom Events
- Budget
- $100K
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
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
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- 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
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.
- Director Rhys Frake-Waterfield
- Craig David Dowsett as Winnie-the-Pooh
- Maria Taylor as Maria
- Danielle Ronald as Zoe
- Amber Doig-Thorne as Alice
Also Starring in Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey
· 6 more- Natasha Tosini Lara
- May Kelly Tina
- Danielle Scott Charlene
- Chris Cordell Piglet, Stalker
- Simon Ellis Tucker
- Richard D. Myers Logan
More from Rhys Frake-Waterfield
One more film directed by Rhys Frake-Waterfield: Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2.
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).
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.
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Rotten Tomatoes 3% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 49%
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Metacritic 16 Metascore
User score 3.5
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TMDB 49% User score
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Letterboxd 1.1 /5
179217 ratings
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Movie Insider 2.3 /5
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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
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.
Worldwide gross
$7.7M
77× its budget
- US & Canada
- $2.1M
- International
- $5.6M
- Budget
- $100K
Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey Trailers & Videos
3 videos: 2 trailers and 1 teaser.
- Trailer Trailer
- Teaser Fathom Events Spot
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.
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Cars in Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey
7 cars on screen, including the 2012 Ford Ranger and the 2006 BMW 3 Touring E91.
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2006 BMW 3 Touring E91 Minor role -
2007 Fiat 500 Minor role -
1998 Land-Rover Discovery Series II Minor role
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
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- 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
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- 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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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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