The Cat in the Hat (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1971, The Cat in the Hat is a family, animation and tv movie film directed by Hawley Pratt, running about 25 minutes.
What it’s about. In a marvelously animated version of one of the most beloved of all Dr. Seuss tales, two youngsters find themselves at home with nothing to do on a rainy afternoon. But when the magical, mischievous Cat in the Hat arrives on the scene, they're all cat-apulted into a day of rousing, romping, outlandish antics they - and you - will never forget!
Who’s in it. The Cat in the Hat stars Allan Sherman as The Cat in the Hat (voice), Daws Butler as Mr. Krinklebein the Fish (voice), Pamelyn Ferdin as Sally (voice) and Tony Frazier as Boy (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Cat in the Hat has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Cat in the Hat page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cat in the Hat tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cat in the Hat (1971)?
- In US, The Cat in the Hat is available to rent or buy from Fandango At Home, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Cat in the Hat worth watching?
- The Cat in the Hat holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family, animation and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Cat in the Hat?
- The Cat in the Hat stars Allan Sherman, Daws Butler, Pamelyn Ferdin, Tony Frazier and Gloria Camacho.
- When was The Cat in the Hat released?
- The Cat in the Hat was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.