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The Cat From Outer Space

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A UFO captained by a cat-like extraterrestrial (Ronnie Schell) is intercepted by the U.S. Military. The spacecraft's feline pilot, who goes by the human name Jake, reveals to his captors that he must locate a substance called "Org 12" to restore his battered spacecraft and reunite with his mothership. With help from scientist Frank Wilson (Ken Berry), Jake figures out the Earth equivalent of Org 12 -- gold -- and then activates his collar's technological capabilities to help retrieve it.
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Ian Nathan Empire Magazine Mar 19, 2018
3/5
There's enough here to capture the imaginations of the smallest viewers, animals with personalities always work a treat in that department, but the film's rewards will always have to be measured by the simple proposal of its title. Go to Full Review Variety Nov 26, 2008
The fun, as usual with Disney pix, comes in the believable sight gags provided along the way. Also as usual, it's a good cast of veterans and nothing to tax them beyond their abilities, all ably kept in pace by director Norman Tokar. Go to Full Review Fiona Ferguson Time Out Jun 24, 2006
Routine hi-jinks ensue, mixing strangely with ecology consciousness-raising, pseudo-scientific jargon, and everyday telekinesis. Go to Full Review Barbara Shulgasser Common Sense Media Apr 17, 2019
2/5
Talking alien cat outsmarts lesser humans in '70s comedy. Go to Full Review Jo Berry Movies4Kids Mar 19, 2018
3/5
Deliciously silly stuff. Go to Full Review TV Guide Mar 19, 2018
3/5
A fine Disney product scripted by cartoonist Key. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Robert P @Superbad 3 days ago The Cat from Outer Space = a *3* star Movie! See more Orin D @OrinDaWhite Sep 7, 2026 A great, Sensational movie with hilarious characters, and an interesting idea, I think it is a really underrated move, and one of the best pre-2000s movies See more Derek C @derekcernak Mar 4, 2026 One of my childhood favorites. It's just a happy little movie with some fun movie magic of the times. See more Aiden H @RT99244095 Jan 16, 2026 If you don't like this movie then you're a bad person See more L J @Cracky Dec 31, 2025 This movie was great! I think the cat is really cute, and I love when his collar glows. Very friendly and entertaining happy movie. See more Hannah A @RT88916558 Oct 22, 2025 This absolutely incredible film combines wit, a strong plot and great characterisation. In a class of its own, its highly sophisticated narrative arc keeps the viewer on the edge of their seat, except when they're falling on the floor laughing. This film has everything: a lovable hero, comedy, a love story, a strong villain, moments of jeopardy, plot twists and above all a happy ending. A must-see for all! See more Read all reviews
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Norman Tokar

Director

Ken Berry

Frank Wilson

Sandy Duncan

Liz Bartlett

McLean Stevenson

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Harry Morgan

General Stilton

Roddy McDowall

Mr. Stallwood

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Movie Info

Synopsis A UFO captained by a cat-like extraterrestrial (Ronnie Schell) is intercepted by the U.S. Military. The spacecraft's feline pilot, who goes by the human name Jake, reveals to his captors that he must locate a substance called "Org 12" to restore his battered spacecraft and reunite with his mothership. With help from scientist Frank Wilson (Ken Berry), Jake figures out the Earth equivalent of Org 12 -- gold -- and then activates his collar's technological capabilities to help retrieve it.
Director
Norman Tokar
Producer
Ron Miller, Norman Tokar
Screenwriter
Ted Key
Production Co
Walt Disney Productions
Rating
G
Genre
Kids & Family, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jun 9, 1978, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 1, 2014
Runtime
1h 43m
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