Kat (2001): cast, story & where to watch

2001 · Film · ★ 4.5

Kat poster

Released in 2001, Kat is a horror and mystery film directed by Martin Schmidt, running about 85 minutes. “A series of killings performed by a monster begin” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Due to a failed séance of her flat mate's quirky grandparents, the cat of law student Maria gets possessed by demonic powers and starts some horrible massacres, adding even more trouble to Maria's already complicated personal situation after the split from her boyfriend Henrik.

Who’s in it. Kat stars Liv Corfixen as Maria, Martin Brygmann as Henrik, Charlotte Munck as Isabella and Søren Pilmark as Peter Hald, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Kat has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kat page.

If you liked it. Fans of Kat tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Kat (2001)?
In GB, Kat is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Kat worth watching?
Kat holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Kat?
Kat stars Liv Corfixen, Martin Brygmann, Charlotte Munck, Søren Pilmark and Birgitte Federspiel.
When was Kat released?
Kat was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.