Publication Date: February 7, 2025
Meow! Cats in Horror, Sci-Fi, and Fantasy Movies is the ultimate movie guide for cat lovers and cinephiles. Whether you are a fan of spine-chilling horror, fantasy worlds filled with cats, or the sudden thrill of a cat jumpscare, this comprehensive book has everything you need.
Explore an extensive list of cat horror movies that will leave you on the edge of your seat. From the eerie and mysterious to the downright terrifying, our furry friends are the central figures in these hidden gems and cult classics.
But the magic does not stop at horror. Meow! also delves into the most famous cat-centric sci-fi and fantasy movies. Find cats that have inspired fantastical adventures, mythical journeys, and futuristic sagas. This guide highlights a curated selection of films where cats play pivotal roles, embodying everything from magical felines to alien beings.
Key Features:
- Extensive Cat Movie List: A meticulously curated list of horror, sci-fi, and fantasy movies featuring cats (including short films), perfect for those seeking a thrilling feline fix or want to know more about the roles of cats in fantasy realms and futuristic adventures.
- Best Cat Moments: Detailed descriptions of iconic cat jumpscares and other memorable cat scenes, short films, and TV episodes that have left audiences gasping.
- Behind-the-Scenes Insights: Fascinating trivia and behind-the-scenes stories about the making of these movies.
- Recommendations and Reviews: Expert reviews and personal recommendations to help you choose your next movie night pick.
Whether you are searching for the purr-fect horror movie, are interested in the role of mythology in these tales, or love all things feline, Meow! is your go-to resource. Get your copy today!
Although dogs have often been described as man’s best friend, some people would argue that cats deserve that designation.
Vanessa Morgan combines a love for cats with an analysis of the portrayal of cats in cinema, particularly in horror and fantasy films. Meow! serves as an intriguing look throughout history.
Featuring films from 29 nations, the book is a compilation of felines on the big screen. The 1936 film The Case of the Black Cat features the first cat at the heart of a murder mystery. Each film is analyzed with a brief summary and overview of the feline star.
In compiling the stories, the editor sought a balanced approach to illustrate the different nuances of cats in film. Whether it’s simply as a “familiar” to a witch or as a main character, the details clearly showcase feline contributions.
Meow! provides a fascinating look at felines in cinema.
VANESSA MORGAN is the editor of When Animals Attack: The 70 Best Horror Movies with Killer Animals, Strange Blood: 71 Essays on Offbeat and Underrated Vampires Movies, Evil Seeds: The Ultimate Movie Guide to Villainous Children, and Meow! Cats in Horror, Sci-Fi, and Fantasy Movies. She also published one cat memoir (Avalon) and four supernatural thrillers (Drowned Sorrow, The Strangers Outside, A Good Man, and Clowders). Three of her stories became movies. She also introduces movie screenings at several European cinemas and film festivals and is a programmer for the Offscreen Film Festival in Brussels. When she is not writing, you will probably find her eating out or taking photos of felines for her website, Traveling Cats.
