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Cat on a Hot Tin Roof

“Just one pillow on her bed... and just one desire in her heart.”

7.619581h 48mDrama
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Cat on a Hot Tin Roof is a 1958 drama film, running 1h 48m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 12A in the United Kingdom.

In the United Kingdom it is listed on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max.

12A age rating1h 48mDrama

Rated 12A in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.

All key facts8
Type
Feature film
Released
1958-08-29
Runtime
1h 48m
Genres
Drama
Director
Richard Brooks
Original language
English
Status
Released
TMDB rating
7.6 / 10 · 877 votes

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Synopsis

Feature film

An alcoholic ex-football player drinks his days away, having failed to come to terms with his sexuality and his real feelings for his football buddy who died after an ambiguous accident. His wife is crucified by her desperation to make him desire her: but he resists the affections of his wife. His reunion with his father—who is dying of cancer—jogs a host of memories and revelations for both father and son.

Cast

12 names
Elizabeth TaylorMaggie Pollitt
Paul NewmanBrick Pollitt
Burl IvesHarvey 'Big Daddy' Pollitt
Judith AndersonIda 'Big Mama' Pollitt
Jack CarsonGooper Pollitt
Madeleine SherwoodMae Pollitt
Vaughn TaylorDeacon Davis
Larry GatesDr. Baugh
Brian CorcoranBoy (uncredited)
Zelda CleaverSookey (uncredited)
Robert 'Rusty' StevensSonny (uncredited)
Hugh CorcoranBuster (uncredited)

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Where can I watch Cat on a Hot Tin Roof in the United Kingdom?

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Is Cat on a Hot Tin Roof suitable for children?

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof is rated 12A in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.

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What is Cat on a Hot Tin Roof about?

An alcoholic ex-football player drinks his days away, having failed to come to terms with his sexuality and his real feelings for his football buddy who died after an ambiguous accident. His wife is crucified by her desperation to make him desire her: but he resists the affections of his wife. His reunion with his…

How long is Cat on a Hot Tin Roof?

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof runs for 1h 48m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.

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