The Cat (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1971, The Cat is a drama film directed by Pierre Granier-Deferre, running about 87 minutes. “A love/hate so devastating it destroys everything...the marriage, the wife, the husband, the house...even the cat” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Julien Bouin, a former typographist, and his wife Clemence, who used to perform in a circus, hardly talk to each other in their small house, soon to be demolished. His cat Greffier being the only one he still gives affection to, he becomes the object of Clemence's anger.
Who’s in it. The Cat stars Jean Gabin as Julien Bouin, Simone Signoret as Clémence Bouin, Annie Cordy as Nelly, boss of the Floride hotel and Jacques Rispal as Doctor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Cat has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In CA you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Cat page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cat tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cat (1971)?
- In CA, The Cat is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Cat worth watching?
- The Cat holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Cat?
- The Cat stars Jean Gabin, Simone Signoret, Annie Cordy, Jacques Rispal and Harry-Max.
- When was The Cat released?
- The Cat was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.