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The Cat in the Hat is an upcoming computer-animated fantasy comedy film based on the 1957 children's book of the same name by Dr. Seuss. Directed by Erica Rivinoja and Alessandro Carloni, it is the second feature-length adaptation following the 2003 live-action film. The film will be produced by Warner Bros. Pictures Animation and Dr. Seuss Enterprises, and released by Warner Bros. Pictures. It will be released on March 6, 2026.
Synopsis[]
The Cat in the Hat takes on his toughest assignment yet… to cheer a pair of siblings struggling with their move to a new town.
Cast[]
Production[]
On January 24, 2018, it was announced that Warner Animation Group was in development for an animated Cat in the Hat film as part of a creative partnership with Seuss Enterprises.[1]
On June 9, 2023, it was revealed that Erica Rivinoja and Alessandro Carloni would direct the film.[2]
In March 2024, it was reported that Bill Hader had been cast in the titular role.[3] Later that month, Warner Bros. Pictures Animation president Bill Damaschke formally confirmed Hader's role, with the addition of Quinta Brunson, Bowen Yang, Xochitl Gomez, Matt Berry, and Paula Pell announced in the cast; Hader will also serve as executive producer alongside Dr. Seuss Enterprises president and CEO Susan Brandt. Jared Stern and Daniela Mazzucato were announced to serve as producers, with DNEG Animation handling animation.[4]
Release[]
The Cat in the Hat will be released theatrically in the United States on March 6, 2026.[4] It was originally expected to release sometime in 2025.[5][3]
References[]
- ↑ Kit, Borys (January 24, 2018). "New 'Cat in the Hat' Movie in the Works From Warner Bros.". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved on October 7, 2023.
- ↑ D'Alessandro, Anthony (June 9, 2023). "New Warner Bros Pictures Animation Boss Bill Damaschke On Group Rebrand, New Mission, 'Flintstones' Pic & More". Deadline. Retrieved on November 23, 2023.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Sneider, Jeff (March 14, 2024). "Dr. Seuss-ive Exclusive: Bill Hader to Lead WB’s Animated 'Cat in the Hat' Movie Due in 2025". The InSneider.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Revamped Warner Bros Animation Sets ‘Cat In The Hat’ With Bill Hader, Quinta Brunson, Bowen Yang & More; Eyes Spring 2026 Release". Deadline (18 March 2024).
- ↑ D'Alessandro, Anthony (June 9, 2023). "New Warner Bros Pictures Animation Boss Bill Damaschke On Group Rebrand, New Mission, 'Flintstones' Pic & More". Deadline. Retrieved on February 13, 2024.