That Darn Cat!
That Darn Cat!

That Darn Cat!

1965Movie116 minEnglish

A young woman suspects foul play when her cat comes home wearing a wristwatch. Convincing the FBI, though, and catching the bad guys is tougher than she imagined.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Google Users80%
Director: Robert StevensonGenres: Comedy, Family, Mystery

Plot Summary

A pampered Siamese cat named DC (short for "Darn Cat") leads a double life. By day, he enjoys a comfortable existence with his owner, Patti Randall. By night, he roams the town, and one evening, he stumbles upon a robbery in progress. The thieves, unaware of the cat's presence, leave behind a crucial clue: a stolen diamond necklace with a distinctive scratch. Patti, with the help of a determined FBI agent and her older sister, enlists DC's unique abilities to help solve the crime and recover the stolen jewels.

Critical Reception

That Darn Cat! was a popular family comedy that performed well at the box office, largely thanks to the appeal of its young star, Hayley Mills, and its lighthearted premise. Critics generally found it to be an entertaining and amusing film, particularly enjoyable for younger audiences, though some noted its formulaic nature.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming feline protagonist and Hayley Mills's performance.
  • Considered a lighthearted and amusing family-friendly mystery.
  • Some found the plot predictable but enjoyed the overall comedic tone.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film for its fun premise and the antics of the cat. Many found it to be a delightful and amusing movie for the whole family, appreciating the blend of comedy and light mystery.

Fun Fact

The Siamese cat playing DC was actually played by three different cats, with the most prominent being a cat named Eddie.

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r96sk

r96sk

Funny, probably the most I've laughed at a Disney film so far. <em>'That Darn Cat!'</em> is an entertaining production. The premise, whilst not incredibly executed, is amusing and very watchable. Cast-wise it's terrific, Hayley Mills and...
John Chard

John Chard

What time is it Kitty Kat? That Darn Cat! is out of Disney Productions and directed by Robert Stevenson. Collectively written by Bill Walsh and The Gordons (Mildred & Gordon), it stars Hayley Mills, Dean Jones, Dorothy Provine, Roddy M...