Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
Synopsis
An alcoholic ex-football player drinks his days away, having failed to come to terms with his sexuality and his real feelings for his football buddy who died after an ambiguous accident. His wife is crucified by her desperation to make him desire her: but he resists the affections of his wife. His reunion with his father—who is dying of cancer—jogs a host of memories and revelations for both father and son.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Moore
- Screenplay & Story
- Tennessee Williams
- Original Title
- Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Granada Television, NBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Moore
Tennessee Williams
Laurence Olivier, Derek Granger
Department Leadership Roster
Laurence Olivier
Producer
Derek Granger
Producer
Jane Robinson
Costume Design
Peter Phillips
Production Design
Robert Moore
Director
Tennessee Williams
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
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What is Cat on a Hot Tin Roof about?
An alcoholic ex-football player drinks his days away, having failed to come to terms with his sexuality and his real feelings for his football buddy who died after an ambiguous accident. His wife is crucified by her desperation to make him desire her: but he resists the affections of his wife. His reunion with his father—who is dying of cancer—jogs a host of memories and revelations for both father and son.
Who directed Cat on a Hot Tin Roof?
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof was directed by Robert Moore.
Who stars in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof?
The principal cast of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof includes Laurence Olivier, Maureen Stapleton, Jack Hedley, Robert Wagner, Mary Peach.
When was Cat on a Hot Tin Roof released and how long is it?
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.