The Cat from Outer Space

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:animated_series
gptkb:novel
gptkb:franchise
gptkb:film
gptkbp:adaptation gptkb:film
gptkbp:adapted_into gptkb:original_story
gptkb:film
gptkbp:aired_on December 3, 1978
gptkbp:author gptkb:Gordon_R._Dickson
gptkb:Paul_Gallico
gptkbp:based_on The Cat from Outer Space (novel)
The Cat from Outer Space (film)
The Cat from Outer Space by Paul Gallico
gptkbp:box_office gptkb:$5_million
$5.5 million
gptkbp:budget $2.5 million
$2 million
gptkbp:cast gptkb:Ruth_Buzzi
gptkb:Don_Knotts
gptkb:Darlene_Carr
gptkb:Harry_Morgan
gptkb:Ruth_Bader_Ginsburg
gptkb:Sandy_Duncan
gptkb:Ellen_Travolta
gptkb:Mickey_Rooney
gptkb:Pat_Carroll
gptkb:Melanie_Silver
gptkb:Doris_Roberts
gptkb:Ken_Berry
gptkb:John_Fiedler
gptkb:Jim_Backus
gptkb:Paul_Sorvino
gptkb:John_Mc_Giver
gptkb:Roddy_Mc_Dowall
gptkbp:character gptkb:The_Cat
gptkb:The_Child
gptkb:The_Dog
gptkb:The_Mechanic
gptkb:The_Police_Officer
gptkb:The_Waitress
gptkb:The_Librarian
gptkb:Dr._Frank_Wilson
gptkb:The_Neighbor
gptkb:The_Mayor
gptkb:The_Scientist
gptkb:The_Alien
gptkb:Lt._H._J._'_Hank'_Mc_Gowan
gptkb:Jake_the_Cat
gptkb:Professor
gptkb:Captain
gptkb:General
gptkb:General_Mc_Culloch
gptkb:Mr._Mc_Guffin
gptkb:The_Teacher
The Townsfolk
Liz Wilson
The Reporter
The Alien's Assistant
The Alien's Companion
The Alien's Enemy
The Alien's Friend
The Alien's Guardian
The Alien's Mentor
The Alien's Partner
The Alien's Rival
The Scientist's Assistant
The Store Owner
The General's Assistant
Mrs. Wilson
General Hargrove
The Alien's Ally
The Alien's Crew
The Alien's Pet
gptkbp:character_development Human-animal bond
Jake's intelligence
gptkbp:cinematography gptkb:Charles_F._Wheeler
gptkbp:cinematography_by gptkb:Charles_F._Wheeler
gptkbp:country gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:created_by gptkb:Disney
gptkbp:critical_reception Mixed reviews
gptkbp:cultural_impact Cult following
inspired adaptations
Cult film status
inspired merchandise
inspired conventions
Cult classic status
inspired fan fiction
inspired discussions on loyalty
inspired discussions on family dynamics
inspired discussions on friendship
inspired discussions on alien life
inspired discussions on animal intelligence
inspired discussions on adventure
inspired discussions on humor in science fiction
gptkbp:cultural_references References in literature
Referenced in pop culture
Parody in various shows
Homages in films
gptkbp:cultural_significance in 1970s cinema
gptkbp:director gptkb:Walt_Disney_Productions
gptkb:Norman_Tokar
gptkbp:distributor gptkb:Buena_Vista_Distribution
gptkbp:editor gptkb:Gordon_D._Brenner
gptkbp:features alien technology
gptkbp:features_supporting_character gptkb:Lt._Hargrove
gptkb:Dr._Frank_Wilson
gptkb:General
Mrs. Wilson
gptkbp:film_awards Nominated for awards
gptkbp:film_festival Screened at various festivals
gptkbp:film_series gptkb:Disney's_live-action_films
Standalone film
gptkbp:filming_location gptkb:California
gptkbp:first_aired gptkb:1978
gptkbp:followed_by The Cat from Outer Space II (unproduced sequel)
gptkbp:follows The Cat from Outer Space (film)
gptkbp:format gptkb:animated_television_series
gptkbp:genre gptkb:science_fiction
gptkb:comedy
gptkb:family
gptkbp:has_awards nominations
gptkbp:has_cameo gptkb:Disney
famous actors
gptkbp:has_cultural_impact in popular culture
gptkbp:has_editing_by gptkb:Gordon_D._Brenner
gptkbp:has_fan_base Disney fans
gptkbp:has_genre gptkb:science_fiction
gptkb:comedy
gptkbp:has_language English
gptkbp:has_legacy in film history
gptkbp:has_merchandise gptkb:video_games
gptkb:books
gptkb:toys
gptkbp:has_sequel gptkb:The_Cat_from_Outer_Space_2
gptkbp:has_soundtrack gptkb:Buddy_Baker
gptkbp:has_spin_off The Cat from Outer Space animated series
gptkbp:has_theme The Cat from Outer Space Theme
gptkbp:home_media_release gptkb:VHS
gptkb:DVD
gptkb:Blu-ray
gptkb:1980s
Released on VHS and DVD
1990s VHS release
2000s DVD release
2010s Blu-ray release
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Cat from Outer Space
gptkbp:influenced_by gptkb:The_Absent-Minded_Professor
gptkb:space_exploration
gptkb:The_Parent_Trap
gptkb:space_opera
gptkb:The_Computer_Wore_Tennis_Shoes
gptkb:The_Love_Bug
gptkb:The_Shaggy_Dog
science fiction literature
science fiction genre
The World's Greatest Athlete
1960s space race
1960s science fiction
The Cat from Outer Space (franchise)
1970s animation trends
gptkbp:influences Science fiction films
Comedy films
Disney films
Science fiction genre
Influenced other family films
gptkbp:inspiration gptkb:animated_series
The Cat from Outer Space (novel)
The Cat from Outer Space (film)
Based on a story by Paul Gallico
gptkbp:inspired_by Science fiction tropes
The Cat from Outer Space (film)
gptkbp:is_about a cat from outer space
gptkbp:is_available_in gptkb:Blu-ray
digital format
gptkbp:is_available_on gptkb:streaming_platforms
gptkbp:is_considered_as a family film
gptkbp:is_known_for its humor
its special effects
gptkbp:is_part_of gptkb:Disney_live-action_films
gptkb:Disney's_animated_features
gptkbp:is_popular_among gptkb:children
families
gptkbp:is_referenced_in other media
gptkbp:is_set_in Outer Space
gptkbp:language English
gptkbp:legacy Television adaptations
Merchandising opportunities
Cameos in other media
Influence on family films
Part of Disney's live-action catalog
gptkbp:main_character gptkb:Jake_the_Cat
Zunar-J-5/9 Doric-4
gptkbp:merchandise gptkb:clothing
gptkb:Video_games
gptkb:soundtrack
gptkb:toys
Books
Posters
Toys and collectibles
Toys and games
gptkbp:music gptkb:Lalo_Schifrin
Score by John Debney
gptkbp:music_by gptkb:Buddy_Baker
gptkb:Johnny_Mandel
gptkb:Lalo_Schifrin
gptkbp:music_composer gptkb:Johnny_Mandel
gptkbp:narrative_style Light-hearted
gptkbp:notable_awards gptkb:Hugo_Award
Nebula Award nomination
gptkbp:notable_guest_stars Various voice actors
gptkbp:notable_quote " I am not a cat, I am a space creature!"
" It's a cat!"
gptkbp:number_of_episodes gptkb:13
30 minutes
gptkbp:original_network gptkb:ABC
gptkbp:plot A cat from outer space comes to Earth to retrieve a device.
A cat from outer space comes to Earth to retrieve a special collar.
A cat from outer space comes to Earth to retrieve his spaceship.
A cat from outer space comes to Earth.
gptkbp:premiere gptkb:1978
gptkb:Hollywood
gptkbp:premiere_date April 6, 1978
gptkbp:premiere_location gptkb:Los_Angeles
gptkbp:produced_by gptkb:Walt_Disney_Productions
gptkbp:producer gptkb:Walt_Disney_Productions
gptkbp:production_company gptkb:Walt_Disney_Productions
gptkb:Walt_Disney_Television
gptkbp:published_in gptkb:1968
gptkbp:published_year gptkb:1978
gptkbp:publisher gptkb:Ace_Books
gptkbp:rating gptkb:G
gptkbp:related_to The Cat from Outer Space (franchise)
gptkbp:release_country gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:release_date gptkb:April
gptkb:1978
1978-07-21
July 21, 1978
September 10, 1978
March 10, 1978
gptkbp:release_format Theatrical
theatrical
gptkbp:release_year gptkb:1978
gptkbp:released_in gptkb:1978
gptkbp:released_on gptkb:DVD
gptkbp:remake gptkb:None
gptkb:The_Cat_from_Outer_Space_2
The Cat from Outer Space (original)
gptkbp:runtime 100 minutes
103 minutes
gptkbp:screenplay gptkb:Larry_A._Mc_Murtry
gptkb:L._E._Mc_Cullough
gptkbp:screenplay_by gptkb:L._A._W._(Larry)_Kauffman
gptkb:Lynn_Roth
gptkb:L._E._Mc_Cullough
gptkbp:sequel gptkb:None
gptkb:The_Cat_from_Outer_Space_2
The Cat from Outer Space 2 (unproduced)
gptkbp:setting gptkb:Earth
Outer Space
gptkbp:soundtrack gptkb:Lalo_Schifrin's_score
Released as an album
gptkbp:special_effects gptkb:Walt_Disney_Studios
gptkbp:species gptkb:Jake_the_Cat
gptkbp:starring gptkb:Mc_Lean_Stevenson
gptkb:Harry_Morgan
gptkb:Sandy_Duncan
gptkb:Ken_Berry
gptkbp:style gptkb:comedy
family-friendly
gptkbp:target_audience gptkb:children
Family and children
gptkbp:theme gptkb:science
gptkb:adventure
gptkb:friendship
gptkbp:themes gptkb:Science
gptkb:adventure
gptkb:friendship
gptkb:family
Technology vs Nature
gptkbp:trivia The film was a box office success.
Features a talking cat.
It was one of the last films to be released before the Disney Renaissance.
The cat is portrayed by a trained animal.
The cat's spaceship is a central plot element.
The film features special effects for the time.
The film has been aired on television multiple times.
It has been included in Disney's family film collections.
The film has been referenced in various pop culture.
It was released during the summer blockbuster season.
The film was released as part of Disney's live-action film series.
gptkbp:viewership Moderate
gptkbp:visual_effects Disney's effects team
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Robert_Wagner
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4