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The Top 10 Movies Featuring a Cat – Perfect for Cat Lovers and Families

Die Top 10 Filme, in denen eine Katze mitspielt –perfekt für Katzenliebhaber und Familien

In today’s blog article we present you 10 films in which a cat plays the main role plays, that you must see. Whether you have a cat yourself or are just a cat lover – these Films are for all cat lovers an absolute must. These films are particularly suitable for families, as they teach children how to handle the fluffy four-legged friends in a playful way.

1. Aristocats (1970)

Who doesn't know the charming cat lady Duchesse and her cute kittens? In this Disney classic, the Aristocats are kidnapped and must find their way back home with the help of the brave street cat Thomas O'Malley. An entertaining and lovingly designed film for the whole family.

2nd The Cat in the Hat (2003)

In this turbulent adaptation of the famous Dr. Seuss book, two bored children come into contact with a talking cat who turns their lives upside down. The film is full of funny ideas and is perfect for a cozy family movie night.

3. Keanu (2016)

This entertaining comedy follows a cat named Keanu who is searched for by two men (played by comedy stars Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele) after he is kidnapped. Keanu is a funny movie with an original plot that you absolutely have to see.

4th Garfield: The Movie (2004)

The famous cartoon cat Garfield comes to the big screen in this film adaptation. Lazy, greedy and always sarcastic - Garfield has to go on adventures in this film together with his new dog friend Odie and brings a lot of smiles along the way.

5. Hocus Pocus (1993)

A talking black cat named Binx plays a crucial role in this Halloween classic. He helps the main characters defeat the evil Sanderson sisters. Hocus Pocus is an entertaining film for the whole family, which is particularly suitable for the Halloween season.

6. Stuart Little (1999)

In this magical film adaptation of the classic children's book, a family adopts a little mouse named Stuart, who then turns the lives of the family and their pet cat Snowbell upside down. The film humorously shows how friendship and solidarity make everything possible.

7th The Nine Lives of Fritz the Cat (1974)

An animated cult film for adults based on the comics by Robert Crumb. The film shows the life of Fritz, a tomcat who makes his way through New York in the 1960s and repeatedly gets into strange situations. This film is more for older cat lovers, but is still an absolute must for every film and cat lover.

8th Kedi: Of Cats and People (2016)

This wonderful Turkish documentary follows the lives of seven street cats in Istanbul and how they affect the lives of the people in the city. This film is a warm, loving look at the bond between humans and cats and is an absolute must-see for any cat lover.

9th Cats & Dogs -Like Dog and Cat (2001)

In this funny family comedy, dogs and cats are bitter enemies. They are secretly waging a technologically sophisticated war to gain dominance over humans. With witty dialogue and lovable characters, this film is fun for all ages.

10th Puss in Boots (2011)

Last but not least, of course, the charming and clever cat from the "Shrek" universe cannot be left out. In this spin-off, Puss in Boots experiences his own adventures, in which he is able to wriggle out of even the most dangerous situations with his clever and witty nature. A film that will delight the whole family.

The films presented show how diverse cats can be as protagonists on the big screen. From classics such as Aristocats to documentation such as Kedi: Of Cats and People There is something for every cat lover. Watch these films and enjoy the fluffy main characters in different stories that will delight young and old alike.

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