The Cat in the Hat
“Everyone Loves This World Famous Cat Who Pulls Magic And Music Right Out Of His Hat!”
Synopsis
In a marvelously animated version of one of the most beloved of all Dr. Seuss tales, two youngsters find themselves at home with nothing to do on a rainy afternoon. But when the magical, mischievous Cat in the Hat arrives on the scene, they're all cat-apulted into a day of rousing, romping, outlandish antics they - and you - will never forget!
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hawley Pratt
- Screenplay & Story
- Dr. Seuss
- Original Score
- Dean Elliott
- Original Title
- The Cat in the Hat
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 24m
- Production Studios
- The Cat in the Hat Productions, CBS Productions, DePatie-Freleng Enterprises
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hawley Pratt
Dr. Seuss
Dean Elliott
Lee Gunther, Roger Donley
Dr. Seuss, Chuck Jones, David H. DePatie, Friz Freleng
Department Leadership Roster
Dr. Seuss
Writer
Hawley Pratt
Director
Dr. Seuss
Producer
Chuck Jones
Producer
Maurice Noble
Production Design
Lee Gunther
Editor
Roger Donley
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cat in the Hat
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Cat in the Hat about?
In a marvelously animated version of one of the most beloved of all Dr. Seuss tales, two youngsters find themselves at home with nothing to do on a rainy afternoon. But when the magical, mischievous Cat in the Hat arrives on the scene, they're all cat-apulted into a day of rousing, romping, outlandish antics they - and you - will never forget!
Who directed The Cat in the Hat?
The Cat in the Hat was directed by Hawley Pratt.
Who stars in The Cat in the Hat?
The principal cast of The Cat in the Hat includes Allan Sherman, Daws Butler, Pamelyn Ferdin, Tony Frazier, Gloria Camacho.
When was The Cat in the Hat released and how long is it?
The Cat in the Hat was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 24m.
Who composed the musical score for The Cat in the Hat?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Cat in the Hat was composed by Dean Elliott.
Is The Cat in the Hat based on a book or true story?
The Cat in the Hat is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Dr. Seuss".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Cat in the Hat?
The Cat in the Hat holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).