Cats
Universal Pictures | Release Date: December 20, 2019 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
32
METASCORE
Generally unfavorable reviews based on 51 Critic Reviews
Positive:
6
Mixed:
23
Negative:
22
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Critic scorePublicationBy date
75
Film ThreatAlan NgDec 23, 2019
The movie, like the play, is a series of delightful songs strung together by a thin, loose thread of a plot, which lends a little credence to all the criticism and mockery online. But once you know this and have been warned by the trailer, what you’re in for is a remarkably fun time at the movies. Read full review
63
Movie NationRoger MooreDec 20, 2019
If it’s not for everybody (I think fans of the play will like it), that’s no crime either. I appreciate the effort, got in sync (eventually) with what Hooper was trying to do and found myself quite moved, once or twice — which is twice more than “The Rise of Skywalker” managed. Read full review
63
ReelViewsJames BerardinelliDec 19, 2019
An individual’s appreciation of Cats may rest on a previous love of the stage play; others are more likely to throw up a hairball than purr in contentment. Read full review
63
The Associated PressJocelyn NoveckDec 19, 2019
Does all this work? Well, it depends on how you feel about ... Cats. Did you love the show? You’ll find stuff to love here. Did you hate it? Ditto! Or maybe ... you’ll have both reactions? That’s possible too. Read full review
63
RogerEbert.comSheila O'MalleyDec 19, 2019
Cats suffers from a problem common in contemporary filmed musicals. The musical doesn't trust the audience, doesn't trust that the dancing in and of itself is exciting enough to hold our interest. Read full review
63
USA TodayBrian TruittDec 18, 2019
Cats isn’t for everyone – much of it is a cheesy, B-grade affair seemingly crafted solely to take over midnight-movie slots from “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.” Those with an open mind, though, as well as little kids and the T-Swift posse, might find it somewhat pawesome. Read full review
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