C.A.T. Squad
“Every government has one secret weapon.”
Synopsis
When terrorists start killing scientists who are working on NATO's laser defense program, an elite team, the Counter Assault Tactical (C.A.T.) Squad, is brought in to stop the killers.
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Top Cast
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Joe Cortese
John 'Doc' Burkholder
Jack Youngblood
John Sommers
Steve James
Bud Raines
Patricia Charbonneau
Nikki Blake
Barry Corbin
The Director
Eddie Velez
Carlos
Sam Gray
Dr. Henry Spivak
Al Shannon
Irish Johnny
Frank Military
Willie Darby
Anna Maria Horsford
Mrs. Raines
Bradley Whitford
Leon Trepper
Anne E. Curry
Janet
Hans Bogild
Dieter Porzig
Thomas Hauff
Nolan
Michael Sinelnikoff
Sir Cyril Sharpe
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Friedkin
- Screenplay & Story
- Gerald Petievich
- Original Score
- Ennio Morricone
- Original Title
- C.A.T. Squad
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- NBC Productions, Taurus Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Friedkin
Gerald Petievich
Ennio Morricone
William Friedkin
Department Leadership Roster
William Friedkin
Director
Gerald Petievich
Writer
Ennio Morricone
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About C.A.T. Squad
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is C.A.T. Squad about?
When terrorists start killing scientists who are working on NATO's laser defense program, an elite team, the Counter Assault Tactical (C.A.T.) Squad, is brought in to stop the killers.
Who directed C.A.T. Squad?
C.A.T. Squad was directed by William Friedkin.
Who stars in C.A.T. Squad?
The principal cast of C.A.T. Squad includes Joe Cortese, Jack Youngblood, Steve James, Patricia Charbonneau, Barry Corbin.
When was C.A.T. Squad released and how long is it?
C.A.T. Squad was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for C.A.T. Squad?
The original motion picture soundtrack for C.A.T. Squad was composed by Ennio Morricone.