Cat on a Hot Tin Roof

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

19581h 48m7.6(867 votes)

Drama

Synopsis

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 r…

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958) is a drama film directed by Richard Brooks. It stars Elizabeth Taylor, Paul Newman, and Burl Ives. The film runs for 1 hour 48 minutes. Audiences have made it strongly rated, with an average score of 7.6 out of 10 from 867 votes.

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Director

Richard Brooks

Cast

Elizabeth Taylor

Maggie Pollitt

Paul Newman

Brick Pollitt

Burl Ives

Harvey 'Big Daddy' Pollitt

Judith Anderson

Ida 'Big Mama' Pollitt

Jack Carson

Gooper Pollitt

Madeleine Sherwood

Mae Pollitt

Vaughn Taylor

Deacon Davis

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Where can I watch Cat on a Hot Tin Roof?

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Who stars in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof?

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof stars Elizabeth Taylor, Paul Newman, Burl Ives, and Judith Anderson, and was directed by Richard Brooks.

How long is Cat on a Hot Tin Roof?

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof has a runtime of 1 hour 48 minutes.

When did Cat on a Hot Tin Roof come out?

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof was released in 1958.

What genre is Cat on a Hot Tin Roof?

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof is a drama film.

Is Cat on a Hot Tin Roof worth watching?

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof holds an average audience score of 7.6 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.