Cat People(1982)
“They are something more than lovers who are about to become something less than human.”
Overview
After years of separation, Irena Gallier and her minister brother, Paul, reunite in New Orleans. When zoologists capture a wild panther, Irena is drawn to the cat – and zoo curator Oliver to her. Soon, Paul will have to reveal the family secret: that when sexually aroused, they revert into predatory jungle cats.
Director
Paul Schrader
Studio
Universal Pictures
Budget
$13M
Revenue
$21M
Cast
Nastassja Kinski
as Irena Gallier
Malcolm McDowell
as Paul Gallier
John Heard
as Oliver Yates
Annette O'Toole
as Alice Perrin
Ruby Dee
as Female
Ed Begley Jr.
as Joe Creigh
Scott Paulin
as Bill Searle
Frankie Faison
as Det. Brandt
Ron Diamond
as Detective Ron Diamond
Lynn Lowry
as Ruthie
John Larroquette
as Bronte Judson
Tessa Richarde
as Billie
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1982
Runtime
1h 58m
Language
English
Rating
6 / 10
Budget
$13M
Box Office
$21M
Production Companies
Universal Pictures • RKO Pictures • Charles Fries Productions
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Where can I watch Cat People?▼
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What is Cat People about?▼
After years of separation, Irena Gallier and her minister brother, Paul, reunite in New Orleans. When zoologists capture a wild panther, Irena is drawn to the cat – and zoo curator Oliver to her. Soon, Paul will have to reveal the family secret: that when sexually aroused, they revert into predatory jungle cats.
Who directed Cat People?▼
Cat People was directed by Paul Schrader and released in 1982. It is a fantasy, horror film.
How long is Cat People?▼
Cat People has a runtime of 1 hours and 58 minutes (118 minutes total).
Who stars in Cat People?▼
The cast of Cat People includes Nastassja Kinski as Irena Gallier, Malcolm McDowell as Paul Gallier, John Heard as Oliver Yates, Annette O'Toole as Alice Perrin, Ruby Dee as Female and more.
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