The Cat (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1988, The Cat is a thriller and crime film directed by Dominik Graf, running about 118 minutes.
What it’s about. Two bank robbers hold the clerks hostage and demand 3 million German marks as ransom. What the police do not realize is that the true criminal mastermind watches them from outside the bank, anticipating every move.
Who’s in it. The Cat stars Götz George as Probek, Gudrun Landgrebe as Jutta Ehser, Heinz Hoenig as Junghein and Ralf Richter as Britz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Cat has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Cat page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cat tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cat (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Cat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Cat worth watching?
- The Cat holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Cat?
- The Cat stars Götz George, Gudrun Landgrebe, Heinz Hoenig, Ralf Richter and Sabine Kaack.
- When was The Cat released?
- The Cat was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.