Cat's Cradle (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1959, Cat's Cradle is an animation film directed by Stan Brakhage, running about 6 minutes.
What it’s about. Images of two women, two men, and a gray cat form a montage of rapid bits of movement. A woman is in a bedroom, another wears an apron: they work with their hands, occasionally looking up. A man enters a room, a woman smiles. He sits, another man sits and smokes. The cat stretches. There are close-ups of each. The light is dim; a filter accentuates red. A bare foot stands on a satin sheet. A woman disrobes. She pets the cat.
Who’s in it. Cat's Cradle stars Jane Brakhage as Self, Stan Brakhage as Self, Carolee Schneemann as Self and James Tenney as Self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Cat's Cradle 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 Cat's Cradle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cat's Cradle tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cat's Cradle (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cat's Cradle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cat's Cradle worth watching?
- Cat's Cradle holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cat's Cradle?
- Cat's Cradle stars Jane Brakhage, Stan Brakhage, Carolee Schneemann and James Tenney.