---
title: "That Darn Cat"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/that-darn-cat-1997"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 20735
imdb_id: "tt0120317"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 89
community_rating: 5.0
vote_count: 104
content_rating: "PG"
---

# That Darn Cat (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/that-darn-cat-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

That Darn Cat is a 1997 American mystery comedy film directed by Bob Spiers. Written by Scott Alexander and Larry Karaszewski, the film stars Christina Ricci and Doug E. Doug. It serves as a remake of the 1965 film, which was based on the 1963 book Undercover Cat by Gordon and Mildred Gordon.

The plot follows Patti and her pet cat, D.C., who discovers a call for help from a kidnap victim while making nightly rounds. Patti must enlist the help of skeptical law enforcement to locate the victim before time runs out. The film is categorized under the family and comedy genres.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A pet cat becomes the unlikely carrier of a desperate call for help from a kidnap victim."

### Why Watch
- Features a central mystery involving a kidnap victim
- Stars Christina Ricci and Doug E. Doug
- Combines mystery and comedy elements

### Caveats & Content Note
- The film is rated PG
- Tone & Suitability: This PG-rated family and comedy film has a runtime of 1 hour and 29 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #mystery-comedy, #family-film, #animal-led-adventure, #kidnap-mystery

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Disney Plus | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Bob Spiers
- **Networks / Studios**: Walt Disney Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Christina Ricci** as *Patti*
- **Doug E. Doug** as *Zeke*
- **Dean Jones** as *Mr. Flint*
- **Peter Boyle** as *Pa*
- **Michael McKean** as *Peter Randall*
- **Dyan Cannon** as *Mrs. Flint*
- **George Dzundza** as *Boetticher*
- **Bess Armstrong** as *Judy Randall*
- **John Ratzenberger** as *Dusty*
- **Megan Cavanagh** as *Lu*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream That Darn Cat?
The film is available on Plex.

### Q: Is That Darn Cat worth watching?
The film is a mystery comedy starring Christina Ricci and Doug E. Doug.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 29 minutes.

### Q: What is the rating of the film?
The film is rated PG.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [That Darn Cat — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/20735)

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