The Counterfeit Cat (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1949, The Counterfeit Cat is a comedy, family and animation film directed by Tex Avery, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. A cat steals the headpiece of a dog to deceive the bulldog Spike and get a chance to eat the canary Spike is guarding.
Who’s in it. The Counterfeit Cat stars Bill Thompson as Spike (voice) and Colleen Collins as Lady (voice) (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Counterfeit Cat has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Counterfeit Cat page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Counterfeit Cat tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Counterfeit Cat (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Counterfeit Cat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Counterfeit Cat worth watching?
- The Counterfeit Cat holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Counterfeit Cat?
- The Counterfeit Cat stars Bill Thompson and Colleen Collins.
- When was The Counterfeit Cat released?
- The Counterfeit Cat was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.