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BIG ADVENTURES · JUST FOR LAUGHS
PG2026·1h 47m·Animation / Adventure

The Cat in the Hat.

A magical visitor takes an imagination assignment much too far.

Gabby and Sebastian are struggling to settle into a new town when an unpredictable visitor arrives with a very unusual hat. Sent to cheer the siblings up, the Cat turns a difficult day into an elaborate adventure. His talent for invention brings surprises and trouble in equal measure, and another failed assignment could cost him the magic that makes it all possible.

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Why it’s a little special

An animated Dr. Seuss adventure built around imagination, sibling adjustment and the chaos of an overconfident helper.

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Know the story.
Know your little people.

PG
Parental guidance suggested

US film rating

The official US PG rating cites action, some peril, mild language and rude humor. Expect frantic fantasy mishaps and threatened consequences as well as jokes about misbehavior. Moving to a new town and feeling out of place are central concerns for the children.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by
Alessandro Carloni, Erica Rivinoja
Starring
Bill Hader, Xochitl Gomez, Tiago Martinez, America Ferrera, Matt Berry, Quinta Brunson, Giancarlo Esposito, Bowen Yang, Paula Pell, Tituss Burgess
Written by
Alessandro Carloni, Erica Rivinoja, Caroline Williams
Produced by
Daniela Mazzucato, Jared Stern
Release date
November 6, 2026
Runtime
107 minutes
Genre
Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family
Studio
Warner Bros. Pictures Animation / Dr. Seuss Enterprises
Language
English
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Film facts: Apple TV US film listing · additional source . Checked 2026-11-06. Parent notes and recommendations by PG Pick. Artwork belongs to its respective studio.

A LITTLE PREVIEW

The Cat in the Hat · Official trailer