The Cat Concerto
The Cat Concerto

The Cat Concerto

1947Movie8 minEnglish

Tom Cat is a concert pianist who plays beautifully until he is interrupted by Jerry Mouse.

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IMDb8.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes100%
Director: Norman McCabeGenres: Animation, Short, Comedy, Music

Plot Summary

In this classic animated short, the cunning cat Tom attempts to perform a complex piano concerto, but is constantly thwarted by the mischievous mouse Jerry, who emerges from the piano to disrupt the performance. Jerry cleverly uses the piano keys and strings to torment Tom, leading to a hilarious battle of wits and music.

Critical Reception

The Cat Concerto is widely regarded as one of the finest animated shorts ever made, celebrated for its brilliant animation, masterful pacing, and ingenious integration of music and action. It is a quintessential example of the Tom and Jerry formula at its peak.

What Reviewers Say

  • A virtuosic display of animation and music.
  • Tom and Jerry's rivalry reaches comedic perfection.
  • A timeless masterpiece of the animated short form.

Google audience: Audience reception for this classic short is overwhelmingly positive, with viewers consistently praising its humor, animation quality, and memorable musical score.

Awards & Accolades

Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film (1947)

Fun Fact

This short was famously screened in cinemas during World War II and was later recognized as the first animated cartoon to be played on the newly invented television set.

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CinemaSerf

Messrs. Chopin and Liszt make quite a contribution to this most enjoyable of "Tom and Jerry" cartoon as the former, attired in his best bib and tucker, takes centre stage to impress us all with his skills. Thing is though, his tiny nemesis ...