---
title: "Cruise Cat"
year: 1952
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/cruise-cat-1952"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 53849
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 7
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Cruise Cat (1952) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/cruise-cat-1952

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Cruise Cat is a film first released in 1952. Catalogued under Animation, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by MGM Cartoon Studio. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A ship’s official cat must keep the mouse away to stay on board."

### Why Watch
- Short, lively animation
- Classic comedic chase

### Caveats & Content Note
- Very brief runtime limits depth
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for all ages with its lighthearted, non-violent humor.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: animated, comedy, lighthearted

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: William Hanna, Joseph Barbera
- **Networks / Studios**: MGM Cartoon Studio

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Paul Frees** as *Ship's Captain (voice) (uncredited)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the main conflict?
Tom must avoid being caught with a mouse by the captain.

### Q: How long is the film?
It runs about seven minutes.

### Q: What genre does it belong to?
It is an animated comedy.

### Q: When was it released?
It premiered in the United States on October 18, 1952.

### Q: Who are the main characters?
The story features Tom, the ship’s cat, and Jerry, the mouse.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Cruise Cat — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/53849)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*