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The Cat from Outer Space

1978-06-09 · 104 min · ★ 6.0

Comedy · Family · Science Fiction

A UFO is stranded on earth and impounded by the US government. Its pilot, a cat with a collar that gives it special powers, including the ability to communicate with humans, has eluded the authorities and seeks the help of a scientist in order to reclaim and repair his ship and get back home.

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Directors
Norman Tokar
Production companies
Walt Disney Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 4,000,000

Top Cast

Ken BerryKen BerryFrank
Sandy DuncanSandy DuncanLiz
Harry MorganHarry MorganGeneral Stilton
Roddy McDowallRoddy McDowallMr. Stallwood
McLean StevensonMcLean StevensonLink
Jesse WhiteJesse WhiteEarnest Ernie
Alan YoungAlan YoungDr. Wenger
Hans ConriedHans ConriedDr. Heffel
Ronnie SchellRonnie SchellJake (Voice) / Sgt. Duffy
James HamptonJames HamptonCapt. Anderson
Howard PlattHoward PlattCol. Woodruff
William PrinceWilliam PrinceMr. Olympus
Ralph ManzaRalph ManzaWeasel
Tom PediTom PediHonest Harry
Hank JonesHank JonesOfficer
Rick HurstRick HurstDydee Guard
John AldersonJohn AldersonMr. Smith
Tiger Joe MarshOmar
Arnold SoboloffNASA Executive
Mel CarterMel Carter1st Soldier

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