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The Black Cat

The Black Cat

Even Ladd is scared!

Greedy heirs wait in a mansion for a rich cat lover to die, only to learn her cats come first.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Black Cat
  • Genres: Comedy, Horror, Mystery
  • Release Date: 1941-05-02
  • Runtime: 70 minutes
  • Rating: 6.5/10 (39 votes)
  • Budget: $178,000
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Universal Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.4902
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Basil Rathbone

Basil Rathbone

as Montague Hartley

Hugh Herbert

Hugh Herbert

as Mr. Penny

Broderick Crawford

Broderick Crawford

as Hubert A. Gilmore 'Gil' Smith

Bela Lugosi

Bela Lugosi

as Eduardo Vidos

Anne Gwynne

Anne Gwynne

as Elaine Winslow

Gladys Cooper

Gladys Cooper

as Myrna Hartley

Gale Sondergaard

Gale Sondergaard

as Abigail Doone

Cecilia Loftus

Cecilia Loftus

as Henrietta Winslow

Alan Ladd

Alan Ladd

as Richard Hartley

Claire Dodd

Claire Dodd

as Margaret Gordon

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Black Cat?

The Black Cat is a Comedy, Horror, Mystery movie directed by . It was released on 1941-05-02.

Who are the main actors in The Black Cat?

The main cast includes Basil Rathbone, Hugh Herbert, Broderick Crawford, Bela Lugosi, Anne Gwynne, .

Where can I watch The Black Cat online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Black Cat is available.

Is The Black Cat based on a true story?

Even Ladd is scared!

What is the IMDb rating of The Black Cat?

The Black Cat has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 39 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Black Cat?

The movie had a production budget of $178,000 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Black Cat?

The soundtrack was composed by Universal Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Black Cat filmed?

The Black Cat was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Black Cat?

The total runtime of The Black Cat is 70 minutes.

Is The Black Cat suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Black Cat?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Black Cat.

Does The Black Cat have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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