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The Cat's-Paw

1934Movie1 h 42 minNR

Comedy
62
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.7Rotten Tomatoes–56%
62
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.7Rotten Tomatoes–56%

Summary

Naive Ezekial Cobb, brought up by his missionary father in China returns to America to seek a wife. Corrupt politicians enlist him to run for mayor as a dummy candidate with no chance of winning. Their plan backfires as he wins and embarks upon a reform crusade.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Friends night
  • Kids

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Not for scares, brutality or tears.

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Cast

24 of 26

Crew

Directed by
Sam Taylor
Written by
Sam Taylor, Clarence Budington Kelland
Music by
Alfred Newman

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Facts

August 7, 1934 · 1 h 42 min · NR

Released
August 7, 1934
Runtime
1 h 42 min
Age rating
NR
Genres
Comedy
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
2 countries

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Questions about The Cat's-Paw

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Where can I stream The Cat's-Paw?

Criterion

In the United States, The Cat's-Paw streams on Criterion. It also streams in 1 other country.

Is The Cat's-Paw worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62 (IMDb 6.7).

Is The Cat's-Paw okay for kids?

NR

Yes: it's rated NR in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will The Cat's-Paw make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly satire (9 of 10) and situational comedy (7 of 10).

Will I feel good after watching The Cat's-Paw?

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Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 6 for wholesome.