The Cat's-Paw
1934, English. Directed by Sam Taylor.
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Naive Ezekial Cobb, brought up by his missionary father in China returns to America to seek a wife. Corrupt politicians enlist him to run for mayor as a dummy candidate with no chance of winning. Their plan backfires as he wins and embarks upon a reform crusade.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Cat's-Paw is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Sam TaylorDirector
- Harold LloydEzekiel Cobb
- Una MerkelPetunia Pratt / Cobb
- George BarbierJake Mayo
- Nat PendletonStrozzi
- Grace BradleyDolores Doce
- Alan DinehartMayor Ed Morgan
- Grant MitchellSilk Hot McGee
- E. Alyn WarrenTien Wang (as Fred Warren)
- Warren Hymer'Spike' Slattery
- J. Farrell MacDonaldShigley
- James DonlanRed - the Reporter
- Edwin MaxwellDistrict Attorney Neal
Details
- Released
- 7 August 1934
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Sam Taylor
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How long is The Cat's-Paw?
The Cat's-Paw runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
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The Cat's-Paw parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Cat's-Paw is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Cat's-Paw on?
The Cat's-Paw is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Cat's-Paw?
If you liked The Cat's-Paw, try Taking Care of Business, American Dreamer, The Air Up There.
Who directed The Cat's-Paw?
The Cat's-Paw (1934) was directed by Sam Taylor and stars Harold Lloyd, Una Merkel, George Barbier.