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The Rat Catcher (2023)

6.6/10 · 574 votes 0h 17m pg Comedy

#136 of 202 films from 2023 #1462 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Wes Anderson · Written by Wes Anderson

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Overview

In an English village, a reporter and a mechanic listen to a ratcatcher explain his clever plan to outwit his prey.

Cast

Richard Ayoadeas Editor
Ralph Fiennesas Rat Man / Roald Dahl
Rupert Friendas Claud Cubbage
Eliel Fordas Stagehand
Benoît Herlinas Stagehand
Till Sennhennas Stagehand

Facts

Release dateSeptember 28, 2023
Runtime17 min (0h 17m) — shorter as the 2023 average of 113 min
GenresComedy
LanguageEN
IMDbtt28912858

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Questions

How long is The Rat Catcher?
The Rat Catcher runs 17 minutes (0h 17m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is The Rat Catcher worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 574 votes, which places it #136 of 202 films released in 2023 in this index (top 33%) and #1462 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Rat Catcher?
The Rat Catcher was directed by Wes Anderson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014), Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009), Isle of Dogs (2018).
Who stars in The Rat Catcher?
Richard Ayoade as Editor; Ralph Fiennes as Rat Man / Roald Dahl; Rupert Friend as Claud Cubbage; Eliel Ford as Stagehand; Benoît Herlin as Stagehand; Till Sennhenn as Stagehand.
What is The Rat Catcher rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Rat Catcher?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/91330.

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