Because of the Cats (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1973, Because of the Cats is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by Fons Rademakers, running about 98 minutes. “This happened...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A gang of six wealthy, well-dressed and well-spoken hoodlums break into a married couple's house and rape the wife while forcing the husband to watch. Thus begins a dogged investigation by a determined detective who quickly finds that their cult-like solidarity can be a serious obstacle to breaking them.
Who’s in it. Because of the Cats stars Bryan Marshall as Inspector van der Valk, Alexandra Stewart as Feodora, Sebastian Graham Jones as Jansen and Anthony Allen as Erik Mierle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Because of the Cats has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Because of the Cats page.
If you liked it. Fans of Because of the Cats tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Because of the Cats (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Because of the Cats change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Because of the Cats worth watching?
- Because of the Cats holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Because of the Cats?
- Because of the Cats stars Bryan Marshall, Alexandra Stewart, Sebastian Graham Jones, Anthony Allen and Ida Goemans.
- When was Because of the Cats released?
- Because of the Cats was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.