The Cat in the Hat

The Cat in the Hat

Everyone Loves This World Famous Cat Who Pulls Magic And Music Right Out Of His Hat!

G 1971 · 24 min · ★ 6.8 · TV Movie, Animation, Family

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!

Directed by Hawley Pratt · Written by Dr. Seuss

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Allan Sherman The Cat in the Hat (voice)
Daws Butler Mr. Krinklebein the Fish (voice)
Pamelyn Ferdin Sally (voice)
Tony Frazier Boy (voice)
Gloria Camacho Mother (voice)
Thurl Ravenscroft Thing 1 (voice)
Gene Morford Thing 2 (voice) (as Lewis Morford)

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