Cat People 1942
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What is Cat People?
Cat People is a film first released in 1942. Catalogued under Mystery, Horror, Romance.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1942
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 73 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 5, 1942
- Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
- Genres
- Mystery, Horror, Romance
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Overview
Cat People is a film first released in 1942. Catalogued under Mystery, Horror, Romance. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A Serbian immigrant fears love will unleash a deadly feline curse.”
- Blend of mystery, horror, and romance
- Compact 73‑minute runtime
- Classic 1940s production
- Unrated (NR) provides no official content rating
Watch it if you enjoy classic horror that mixes romance and supernatural dread.
Suitable for viewers comfortable with classic horror themes and implied supernatural violence.
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When was the film released?
It premiered in the United States on December 5, 1942.
What is the runtime?
The film runs approximately 73 minutes.
What genres does it combine?
It blends mystery, horror, and romance.
Is the film rated?
It is listed as NR, meaning it has no official rating.
Who is the central character?
The story follows a Serbian émigré living in Manhattan.