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The first animated film adaptation of Dr. Seuss's beloved classic, "The Cat in the Hat," is slated to hit theaters next spring, with its first trailer dropping tonight. The film is co-directed by Erica Rivinoja, a writer on "Trolls," and Alessandro Carloni, director of "Kung Fu Panda 3." This marks not only "The Cat in the Hat"'s first animated feature but its second cinematic adaptation overall. Universal Pictures previously released a live-action version, also titled "The Cat in the Hat," in 2002, which performed poorly at both the box office and with critics.
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The voice cast features Bill Hader as the titular Cat in the Hat, alongside Quinta Brunson, Bowen Yang, Marvel's "America Chavez" Xochitl Gomez, Matt Berry, America Ferrera, Giancarlo Esposito, and Paula Pell. The film is set to premiere in North America on February 27, 2026.
The official synopsis reads: Our hero takes on the Imagination and Inspiration Institute LLC's toughest mission yet: cheering up siblings Gabby and Sebastian, who are struggling with a move to a new town. For the mischievous Cat, known for his past antics, this might be his last chance to prove himself... or lose his magical hat forever!