The Cat Came Back
The Cat Came Back

The Cat Came Back

1936Movie8 minEnglish

Mama cat is teaching her kittens to catch mice. Meanwhile, across the basement, mama mouse is teaching her little ones how to avoid cats.

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Dave FleischerGenres: Animation, Short, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

In this animated short, a stray cat follows a man home, much to his dismay. The man repeatedly tries to get rid of the cat, but it always manages to return. His efforts become increasingly absurd as he attempts to prevent the persistent feline from staying.

Critical Reception

This Fleischer Studios short is generally well-regarded for its energetic animation and classic Three Stooges-style slapstick humor, even though the Stooges themselves do not appear. It's a charming example of early animated shorts.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its lively animation and comedic premise.
  • A fun, if simple, animated chase cartoon.
  • Recalls the slapstick humor often associated with live-action comedy teams.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented for this older animated short, but it is often viewed nostalgically by fans of classic animation.

Fun Fact

Although the plot and humor are reminiscent of the Three Stooges, they did not voice any characters in this short; the humor was primarily derived from the animation and sound effects.

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