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A chaotic Cat (Bill Hader) must cheer up siblings Gabby and Sebastian in a new town or lose his magical hat.

The Cat in the Hat, voiced by Bill Hader, works for the Institute for the Institution of Imagination and Inspiration, an otherworldly organization whose creatures go into the human world to entertain children. After a chaotic recent visit, CEO Mr. Hoogeboom wants to dismiss him. HR representative Sherri (Quinta Brunson) gives him one more chance. Meanwhile, siblings Gabby (Xochitl Gomez) and Sebastian (Tiago Martinez) have just settled in Highland; their mother Carmen (America Ferrera) has started a job at the local hospital. Gabby is homesick, and the strict landlady Patty does not allow pets, so the family keeps its goldfish Waffles (Matt Berry) out of sight. The Cat is sent to lift the siblings' spirits.

Based on The Cat in the Hat

Story written by Evenitto from TMDB, Wikipedia and the cinemas' notes

Trailer

Official trailer · TMDBYouTube

Cast and crew

  • Bill Haderas The Cat in the Hat (voice)
  • Xochitl Gomezas Gabby (voice)
  • Tiago Martinezas Sebastian (voice)
  • Matt Berryas Waffles the Fish (voice)
  • Quinta Brunsonas Sherri (voice)
  • Bowen Yangas (voice)
  • America Ferreraas Carmen (voice)
  • Paula Pellas (voice)
  • Tituss Burgessas (voice)
  • Giancarlo Espositoas Mr. Hoogeboom (voice)
  • Ryan Gaffneyas Pig in a Wig (voice)
  • Asha Marieas Rosie (voice)

Photos: TMDB

Director
Erica Rivinoja, Alessandro Carloni
Written by
Alessandro Carloni, Erica Rivinoja, Caroline Goddard, Dr. Seuss, Ryan Gaffney
Producers
Daniela Mazzucato, Jared Stern
Music
Lorne Balfe
Editing
Dan Molina
Countries
United Kingdom, United States
Studios
DNEG, Dr. Seuss Enterprises, Warner Bros. Pictures Animation, A Stern Talking To, Domain Entertainment

Good to know

Running time
1 hour 48 minutes
Language
English
In UK cinemas
From 4 December 2026

Questions

How long is The Cat in the Hat?

1 hour 48 minutes. Most cinemas add 15 to 20 minutes of trailers first, so plan for about 2 hours 8 minutes.

Where can I see The Cat in the Hat?

There are 244 screenings at 15 cinemas in 10 cities, most in London (76), Edinburgh (23) and Cardiff (23). Pick your city above for the times.

What language is The Cat in the Hat in?

The Cat in the Hat is in English. A foreign-language film normally plays in its original version with subtitles.

Who is in The Cat in the Hat?

Bill Hader plays The Cat in the Hat (voice), with Xochitl Gomez, Tiago Martinez, Matt Berry, Quinta Brunson and Bowen Yang.

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