Famous Fred (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1996, Famous Fred is a comedy, family and animation film directed by Joanna Quinn, running about 26 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on the book by Posy Simmonds. Mischievous kitten Fred grows up to be feline singing superstar, but a case of cat flu threatens to cut short his musical career.
Who’s in it. Famous Fred stars Lenny Henry as Fred (voice), Tom Courtenay as Kenneth (voice), David Robb as Ginger (voice) and Jessica Lynam as Sophie (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Famous Fred 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 Famous Fred page.
If you liked it. Fans of Famous Fred tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Famous Fred (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Famous Fred change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Famous Fred worth watching?
- Famous Fred holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Famous Fred?
- Famous Fred stars Lenny Henry, Tom Courtenay, David Robb, Jessica Lynam and David John Barker.
- When was Famous Fred released?
- Famous Fred was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 26 minutes.