African Cats
2011, English. Directed by Keith Scholey & Alastair Fothergill.
African Cats captures the real-life love, humor and determination of the majestic kings of the savanna. The story features Mara, an endearing lion cub who strives to grow up with her mother’s strength, spirit and wisdom; Sita, a fearless cheetah and single mother of five mischievous newborns; and Fang, a proud leader of the pride who must defend his family from a once banished lion.
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Post-credits
- Yes, stay
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Worth the Hype
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7.4/10 from 268 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch African Cats
African Cats is streaming on Disney Plus in India.
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Details
- Released
- 21 April 2011
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Keith Scholey, John Truby
- Budget
- $5M
- Box office
- $31M
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African Cats: quick answers
Is African Cats worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 268 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is African Cats?
African Cats runs 89 minutes (1h 29m).
Does African Cats have a post-credits scene?
Yes. African Cats has a scene during the credits, so don’t leave early.
African Cats parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
African Cats is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is African Cats on?
African Cats is streaming on Disney Plus in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like African Cats?
If you liked African Cats, try Monkey Kingdom, A Reindeer's Journey, Chimpanzee.
Who directed African Cats?
African Cats (2011) was directed by Keith Scholey and Alastair Fothergill and stars Samuel L. Jackson, Patrick Stewart.