Cats Don't Dance

For a bunch of funny friends trying to break into show business... it's a jungle out there!

1997 • 75 min • Animation · Comedy · Family · Music

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Synopsis

An ambitious singing and dancing cat in 1939 Hollywood overcomes several obstacles to fulfill his dream of becoming a movie star.

Our family guide

Best from age 5

Movie Knight Score

205 reviews

72 Audience · 205 · 100%

In 1939 Hollywood, a talented cat named Danny dreams of becoming a movie star. He faces many challenges and a spoiled child star who tries to sabotage his efforts to put animals in the spotlight. This animated musical celebrates pursuing big dreams against all odds.

Violence & peril: 2/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 1/10
Scary moments: 3/10

Heads up

A spoiled child star acts cruelly
Minor animated slapstick violence
Some characters face temporary despair

What it models well

Perseverance and chasing dreams
Believing in yourself and others
Friendship and teamwork
Overcoming adversity

Talk about it after

Following your passions
Dealing with jealousy and sabotage
The importance of kindness
Behind-the-scenes of movie-making

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Top billed cast

Director: Mark Dindal • Crew: Mark Dindal, Kelvin Yasuda, Brian McEntee, Robert Lence, David Womersley, Theresa Cullen, Bobs Gannaway, Elana Lesser, Cliff Ruby, Rick Schneider