Movie

The Cat's Meow

“Some secrets won't stay buried.”

★ 5.8(135)20011h 54m

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Good to know

Director: Peter Bogdanovich
Release date: 2001-10-08
Runtime: 1h 54m
Language: English
Box office: $3,646,994
Budget: $7,000,000
Status: Released
Country: Germany
Studio: Lionsgate

The Cat's Meow — trailer

About The Cat's Meow

The Cat's Meow is a 2001 movie in the Drama, Mystery and Thriller genres, directed by Peter Bogdanovich, starring Kirsten Dunst, Edward Herrmann and Suzy Eddie Izzard. It has a runtime of 1 hour 54 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.8/10 from 135 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Cat's Meow in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Semi-true story of the Hollywood murder that occurred at a star-studded gathering aboard William Randolph Hearst's yacht in 1924.

Cast

Kirsten Dunst

Marion Davies

Edward Herrmann

W. R. Hearst

Suzy Eddie Izzard

Charlie Chaplin

Cary Elwes

Thomas Ince

Joanna Lumley

Elinor Glyn

Jennifer Tilly

Louella Parsons

Claudia Harrison

Margaret Livingston

Victor Slezak

George Thomas

James Laurenson

Dr. Daniel Goodman

Ronan Vibert

Joseph Willicombe

Chiara Schoras

Celia

Claudie Blakley

Didi

Themes & keywords

blackmailkisslovemurdermistresshollywoodgossip1920s

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Cat's Meow in South Africa?+

The Cat's Meow is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Cat's Meow on Netflix?+

The Cat's Meow is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is The Cat's Meow?+

The Cat's Meow has a runtime of 1 hour 54 minutes (114 minutes).

Who stars in The Cat's Meow?+

The Cat's Meow stars Kirsten Dunst, Edward Herrmann, Suzy Eddie Izzard, Cary Elwes and Joanna Lumley.

When did The Cat's Meow come out?+

The Cat's Meow is a 2001 movie directed by Peter Bogdanovich.

What genre is The Cat's Meow?+

The Cat's Meow is Drama, Mystery, Thriller, Crime and History film.

Who directed The Cat's Meow?+

The Cat's Meow was directed by Peter Bogdanovich.