Spellbound
Angela Arenivar, Ubaldo Arenivar, Jorge Arenivar
Spellbound follows eight teenagers on their quest to win the 1999 National Spelling Bee.
Why you'll love it
A documentary that follows eight teenagers on their quest to win the 1999 National Spelling Bee, engaging for adults.
Akeelah and the Bee
Angela Bassett, Laurence Fishburne, Keke Palmer
Akeelah, a young gifted girl, comes from a dysfunctional family and is on the verge of quitting school. She discovers that she has a high aptitude for spellings and enters a spelling bee contest.
Why you'll love it
The film showcases the journey of a young girl participating in the National Spelling Bee, inspiring for adults.
Bad Words
Jason Bateman, Kathryn Hahn, Allison Janney
A spelling bee loser sets out to exact revenge by finding a loophole and attempting to win as an adult.
Why you'll love it
An adult man exploits a loophole to enter a national spelling bee for children, a comedy-drama.
Rocket Science
Reece Thompson, Anna Kendrick, Nicholas D'Agosto
Looking for answers to life's big questions, a stuttering boy joins his high school debate team.
Why you'll love it
A teenager with a stuttering problem joins his school's debate team, overcoming his personal challenges.
Bee Season
Richard Gere, Juliette Binoche, Flora Cross
Wife and mother Miriam begins a downward emotional spiral as her husband avoids their collapsing marriage by immersing himself in his 11-year-old daughter's quest to become a spelling-bee champion.
Why you'll love it
The film revolves around a young girl's journey to the National Spelling Bee, which can be relatable for adults.