FeatureAnimation

Fraidy Cat (1942): cast, story & where to watch

1942 · Film · ★ 7

Fraidy Cat poster

Released in 1942, Fraidy Cat is an animation film directed by Joseph Barbera, running about 7 minutes.

What it’s about. Tom hears a ghost story on the radio and is spooked by it; Jerry notices this and takes advantage of it, using a variety of tricks to scare Tom.

Who’s in it. Fraidy Cat stars William Hanna as Tom / Jerry (voice) (uncredited), Lillian Randolph as Mammy Two-Shoes (voice) (uncredited) and Martha Wentworth as Radio Announcer (voice) (uncredited).

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Fraidy Cat has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on FlixFling and rent or buy it from FlixFling. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fraidy Cat page.

If you liked it. Fans of Fraidy Cat tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Fraidy Cat (1942)?
In US, Fraidy Cat is available to stream on FlixFling, and rent or buy from FlixFling. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Fraidy Cat worth watching?
Fraidy Cat holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Fraidy Cat?
Fraidy Cat stars William Hanna, Lillian Randolph and Martha Wentworth.
When was Fraidy Cat released?
Fraidy Cat was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.