Karate Kat (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Series · ★ 7.3
Released in 1987, Karate Kat is an animation series.
What it’s about. This is about a skilled martial arts cat who fights crime. He works for McClaws's Detective Agency, led by Big Mama, and is aided by his friends and inventor Dr Katmandu. Karate Kat's catchphrase is "I'm lean, I'm mean, a karate machine. Kee-yow," which he says before transforming into his karate outfit. He battles against his nemesis, Big Papa, a gang leader with two lackeys, Boom-Boom Burmese and Sumo Sai.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Karate Kat has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Karate Kat page.
If you liked it. Fans of Karate Kat tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Karate Kat (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Karate Kat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Karate Kat worth watching?
- Karate Kat holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Karate Kat released?
- Karate Kat was released in 1987.