Cat People
"She knew strange, fierce pleasures that no other woman could ever feel!"
Originally released in 1942. Cat People is a mystery/horror film. directed by Jacques Tourneur. At just 73 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Simone Simon, Kent Smith, and Tom Conway
Synopsis
A Serbian émigré in Manhattan believes that, because of an ancient curse, any physical intimacy with the man she loves will turn her into a feline predator.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 5, 1942
83 years ago
Runtime
1h 13m
73 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (651 votes)
Budget
$134K
Production budget
Box Office
$4M
29.9x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Simone Simon
as Irena Dubrovna Reed
Kent Smith
as Oliver Reed
Tom Conway
as Dr. Louis Judd
Jane Randolph
as Alice Moore
Jack Holt
as The Commodore
Henrietta Burnside
as Sue Ellen (uncredited)
Alec Craig
as Zookeeper (uncredited)
Eddie Dew
as Street Policeman (uncredited)
Elizabeth Dunne
as Mrs. Plunkett (uncredited)
Dot Farley
as Mrs. Agnew (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $134,000
- Revenue
- $4,000,000
Production Companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cat People about?
A Serbian émigré in Manhattan believes that, because of an ancient curse, any physical intimacy with the man she loves will turn her into a feline predator.
Who directed Cat People?
Cat People was directed by Jacques Tourneur.
How long is Cat People?
Cat People has a runtime of 1 hours and 13 minutes (73 minutes total).
When was Cat People released?
Cat People was released on December 5, 1942 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Cat People?
The main cast of Cat People includes Simone Simon, Kent Smith, Tom Conway, Jane Randolph, Jack Holt.
Is Cat People worth watching?
Cat People has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 651 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.