Cats (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1998, Cats is a music film directed by David Mallet, running about 116 minutes. “The World's Best-Loved Musical! The Memory Will Live Forever!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. "Jellicle" cats join for a Jellicle ball where they rejoice with their leader, Old Deuteronomy. One cat will be chosen to go to the "Heavyside Layer" and be reborn.
Who’s in it. Cats stars Elaine Paige as Grizabella, John Mills as Gus the Theatre Cat, Rosemarie Ford as Bombalurina and James Barron as Bustopher Jones, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Cats has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cats page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cats tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cats (1998)?
- In US, Cats is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Cats worth watching?
- Cats holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Cats?
- Cats stars Elaine Paige, John Mills, Rosemarie Ford, James Barron and Aeva May.
- When was Cats released?
- Cats was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.