Raising The Cat in the Hat movie: what parents of kids 4–7 should know
The Cat in the Hat movie is an animated Warner Bros. film opening in US theaters on November 6, 2026, with Bill Hader as the Cat. In it, the Cat must cheer up two siblings, Gabby and Sebastian, who are struggling after moving to a new town. At the time of checking, we couldn't confirm its official rating; the UK's BBFC hadn't rated the film yet.
The Cat in the Hat at a glance
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Not rated yet - –Rated 12 or higher in the UK or Germany
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| Type | Animated movie (Warner Bros. Pictures Animation and Dr. Seuss Enterprises), 2026 |
|---|---|
| Release | November 6, 2026, in theaters (US) |
| US (MPA) | Listed in the MPA's October 7, 2026 ratings bulletin; we couldn't confirm the rating itself |
| UK (BBFC) | Not yet rated; only the trailers are rated (U) source |
| Voice cast | Bill Hader (the Cat), Xochitl Gomez, Matt Berry, Quinta Brunson, Bowen Yang |
Checked October 2026. Ratings and settings change; check the official source before you decide. What do these ratings mean?
Facts for parents, not medical or legal advice. If you're worried about your child, talk to your pediatrician.
What The Cat in the Hat movie is about
In this version, the Cat works for a creative agency for imagination and is on his last chance to keep his job. His assignment: cheer up siblings Gabby and Sebastian, who are struggling after a move. The trailer shows popcorn, towering cakes, and confetti, and a time-rewinding watch.
The Cat in the Hat movie rating
The film appears in the MPA's ratings bulletin of October 7, 2026, but at the time of checking we couldn't confirm the rating and its reasons from an official source. In the UK, the BBFC had rated only the trailers (U), not the film. We'll update this page when the ratings are confirmed.
The habit kids may copy: sad, so party
In the movie, the fix for sadness is a party, sweets, and chaos, right now. It's a comedy, and it's fun. Young children may copy the shortcut: feeling sad? Make it go away, fast, loud, and sweet.
Try tonight: name it first
Try this first: "I feel sad. I miss our old house." Sad is like weather. It comes, and it goes. Then play. In our program, this is the lesson "Weather inside": naming what you feel.
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FAQ
When does The Cat in the Hat movie come out?
The Cat in the Hat opens in US theaters on November 6, 2026.
Who voices the Cat in The Cat in the Hat (2026)?
Bill Hader voices the Cat. The cast also includes Xochitl Gomez, Matt Berry, Quinta Brunson, and Bowen Yang.
What is The Cat in the Hat movie rated?
At the time of checking, we couldn't confirm the official rating. The film appears in the MPA's October 7, 2026 bulletin, and the UK's BBFC hadn't rated it yet.
Is The Cat in the Hat (2026) a remake of the 2003 movie?
No. It's a new animated film from Warner Bros. Pictures Animation, unrelated to the 2003 live-action movie.
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