Cat People
1982, English. Directed by Paul Schrader.
They are something more than lovers who are about to become something less than human.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.0/10 from 606 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Cat People
Cat People is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Paul SchraderDirector
- Nastassja KinskiIrena Gallier
- Malcolm McDowellPaul Gallier
- John HeardOliver Yates
- Annette O'TooleAlice Perrin
- Ruby DeeFemale
- Ed Begley Jr.Joe Creigh
- Scott PaulinBill Searle
- Frankie FaisonDet. Brandt
- Ron DiamondDetective Ron Diamond
- Lynn LowryRuthie
- John LarroquetteBronte Judson
- Tessa RichardeBillie
Details
- Released
- 2 April 1982
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Paul Schrader, Alan Ormsby, DeWitt Bodeen
- Budget
- $13M
- Box office
- $21M
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What Cat People is based on
Cat People is based on Cat People, a 1942 film.
Film · 1942
Cat People
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Cat People: quick answers
Is Cat People worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.0/10 from 606 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Cat People?
Cat People runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Does Cat People have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Cat People. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Cat People parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Cat People is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Cat People on?
Cat People is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Cat People?
If you liked Cat People, try Ginger Snaps 2: Unleashed, Ginger Snaps, The Spine of Night.
Who directed Cat People?
Cat People (1982) was directed by Paul Schrader and stars Nastassja Kinski, Malcolm McDowell, John Heard.
What is Cat People based on?
Cat People is based on Cat People, a 1942 film.