Dark Cat (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1991, Dark Cat is a fantasy, adventure and animation film directed by Iku Suzuki, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Hyoi and Ryoi, two brothers with the power to take the form of cats, must unravel the mystery of a creeping, tenticled, demon plauge before it consumes them and their classmates. Ultimately, they must confront their old Dark Cat master Jukokubo, though whether they can put an end to the evil he has released remains a mystery.
Who’s in it. Dark Cat stars Tsutomu Kashiwakura as Ryoi Kagezaki, Ryotaro Okiayu as Hyoi Kagezaki, Yumi Touma as Hiroki and Aya Hisakawa as Aimi Koenji, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Dark Cat has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dark Cat page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dark Cat tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dark Cat (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dark Cat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dark Cat worth watching?
- Dark Cat holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dark Cat?
- Dark Cat stars Tsutomu Kashiwakura, Ryotaro Okiayu, Yumi Touma, Aya Hisakawa and Maria Kawamura.
- When was Dark Cat released?
- Dark Cat was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.