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Catscratch

Catscratch

22m2005United States of America
AnimationComédieKids

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Watch-outs

Death / grief

What this film brings

brotherhoodfriendshipadventuresolidarityhumor

Content barometer

Violence

1/5

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Mild

Fear

1/5

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Mild

Sexuality

0/5

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None

Language

0/5

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None

Narrative complexity

1/5

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Accessible

Adult themes

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None

Expert review

Catscratch is an American animated series broadcast on Nickelodeon in 2005, following three anthropomorphic cat brothers who inherit the fortune and mansion of their deceased owner. The humor is constant, relying on slapstick, absurd situations, and the zany adventures of Mr. Blik, Gordon, and Waffle, with a light-hearted tone typical of cartoons aimed at young children. Sensitive elements are limited to brief cartoon-style physical gags without real consequences, occasional mild tension tied to fantastical or paranormal situations, and the fact that the owner's death is mentioned as background context without being dramatized. These elements remain very discreet, infrequent, and handled with humor, keeping the overall tone accessible and reassuring for young audiences. Parents can watch this series with their children without concern, and may use episodes involving haunted settings or fantastical creatures as an opportunity to gently answer any questions younger viewers might have.

Synopsis

When well-kept cat brothers Mr. Blik, Gordon and Waffle inherit their former owner's fortune, they get the keys to a lavish mansion -- and access to the very best adventures money can buy.

Difficult scenes

The death of Edna Cramdilly is mentioned at the very start of the series as the premise of the story, since she is the one who bequeathed her fortune to the three cats. This death is never shown on screen or dramatized, but its mention may prompt very young children to ask questions about death and loss, particularly if they are sensitive to the subject. Some episodes involve paranormal elements or fantastical creatures, such as monsters or supernatural situations. These sequences are handled in an absurd comedic style rather than a horror tone, but the youngest or more sensitive children may experience a brief, passing moment of mild fright that is quickly dissolved by the overall humorous atmosphere.

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About this title

Format
TV series
Year
2005
Runtime
22m
Countries
United States of America
Original language
EN
Directed by
Doug TenNapel
Main cast
Wayne Knight, Rob Paulsen, Kevin McDonald, Maurice LaMarche, Liliana Mumy
Studios
Nickelodeon Animation Studio
Catscratch — Ages 6+ | Parents Guide | MovieByAge | MovieByAge