

“It's not so bad being a cat, now is it?”
★7.1(2.6k)·2002·1h 15m·Released·Adventure · Fantasy · Animation · Drama
Young Haru rescues a cat from being run over, but soon learns it's no ordinary feline; it happens to be the Prince of the Cats.
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DirectorHiroyuki Morita
Release DateJul 19, 2002
Original Languageja
Box Office Revenue$54.0M
ProductionStudio Ghibli · Mitsubishi · Nippon Television Network Corporation
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AlunauwieSep 30, 2025
7/10
The Cat Returns delivers a whimsical and imaginative tale about a girl drawn into a secret feline kingdom, supported by charming animation and a light-hearted tone. While the plot is engaging and accessible, certain character choices and missing narrative details slightly weaken the emotional impact. Still, it remains an enjoyable watch, especially for cat lovers and fans of fantasy adventures. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)


































