---
title: "The Cat's Meow"
year: 2002
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-cat-s-meow-2002"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 35080
imdb_id: "tt0266391"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 114
community_rating: 5.8
vote_count: 138
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# The Cat's Meow (2002) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-cat-s-meow-2002

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Cat's Meow is a 2002 historical drama and crime film directed by Peter Bogdanovich that explores a semi-true story of a Hollywood murder during a 1924 gathering aboard William Randolph Hearst's yacht. The film stars an ensemble cast featuring Kirsten Dunst, Eddie Izzard, Edward Herrmann, Cary Elwes, Joanna Lumley, Jennifer Tilly, and Ronan Vibert.

The film delivers a dramatic historical narrative focusing on celebrity secrets and scandals aboard a confined yacht setting. It carries a PG-13 rating and has a runtime of one hour and fifty-four minutes, offering a cinematic look into a notorious historical event.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Uncover a semi-true Hollywood murder from a 1924 star-studded yacht gathering."

### Why Watch
- Directed by Peter Bogdanovich.
- Features a cast including Kirsten Dunst, Eddie Izzard, and Cary Elwes.
- Explores a fascinating historical Hollywood murder on a yacht.

### Caveats & Content Note
- It has a limited runtime and genre focus that may not appeal to all viewers.
- Tone & Suitability: The tone is dramatic and historical with a standard feature runtime.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #historical-drama, #true-crime, #yacht-setting, #1924-hollywood, #star-studded-gathering, #semi-true-story

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel, Starz Apple TV channel | The CW | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Rakuten TV | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | YouTube, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Peter Bogdanovich
- **Networks / Studios**: Lionsgate, CP Medien, Bieber+Lewis Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Kirsten Dunst** as *Marion Davies*
- **Edward Herrmann** as *W. R. Hearst*
- **Suzy Eddie Izzard** as *Charlie Chaplin*
- **Cary Elwes** as *Thomas Ince*
- **Joanna Lumley** as *Elinor Glyn*
- **Jennifer Tilly** as *Louella Parsons*
- **Claudia Harrison** as *Margaret Livingston*
- **Victor Slezak** as *George Thomas*
- **James Laurenson** as *Dr. Daniel Goodman*
- **Ronan Vibert** as *Joseph Willicombe*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream The Cat's Meow?
Streaming availability is listed on platforms like The Movie Database under the Watch Now section.

### Q: Is it worth watching?
It features a notable cast and a compelling historical premise directed by Peter Bogdanovich.

### Q: What is the runtime?
The film has a runtime of one hour and fifty-four minutes.

### Q: Who stars in the film?
The film stars Kirsten Dunst, Eddie Izzard, Edward Herrmann, Cary Elwes, Joanna Lumley, Jennifer Tilly, and Ronan Vibert.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Cat's Meow — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/35080)
- [The Cat's Meow (2002) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/35080-the-cat-s-meow/cast)
- [The Cat's Meow - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Cat%27s_Meow)
- [Ciaran Brown meets actor and comedian Eddie Izzard](http://www.ciaranbrown.com/izzard.html)
- [The Cat's Meow (2001) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0266391/)
- [The Cat's Meow (2001) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-cats-meow-2001/credits)

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