C.A.T. Squad: Python Wolf (1988): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1988, C.A.T. Squad: Python Wolf is an action, thriller and tv movie film directed by William Friedkin, running about 93 minutes. “No job is too secret, too tough, or too dirty.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The Counter Assault Tactical (C.A.T.) Squad investigates a spy who is supplying plutonium to the Sjambok, a racist South African paramilitary group that is working on a nuclear bomb. The American government, too, is investigating Sjambok, using the top-secret spy plane Python Wolf. When one of the members of the C.A.T. Squad is shot down over South Africa during another mission, his squad leader undertakes a rescue operation to bring his friend back home.

Who’s in it. C.A.T. Squad: Python Wolf stars Jack Youngblood, Steve James, Deborah Van Valkenburgh and Miguel Ferrer, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, C.A.T. Squad: Python Wolf has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch C.A.T. Squad: Python Wolf page.

If you liked it. Fans of C.A.T. Squad: Python Wolf tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.