Movies & Shows Like Nine Lives for Cat Lovers

Description: A musical adventure set in New York City, following a homeless kitten who joins a gang of dogs, combining Disney's classic animation style with themes of friendship and belonging.

Fact: The film is loosely based on Charles Dickens' 'Oliver Twist.' It was the first Disney animated feature to incorporate computer-generated imagery (CGI) in some scenes.

Description: A live-action story of a cat and dog's journey through the wilderness, showcasing their bond and the challenges they face together, with a focus on animal camaraderie.

Fact: The film was originally released in Japan as 'Koneko Monogatari' and was later dubbed for English audiences. It took four years to film due to the unpredictable nature of working with animals.

Description: A heartwarming adventure about pets embarking on a perilous journey to reunite with their owners, blending family-friendly themes with the loyalty and bravery of animals.

Fact: The animals' voices were provided by famous actors, but their mouths don't move to match the dialogue, creating a unique storytelling style. The film is a remake of the 1963 movie 'The Incredible Journey.'

Description: A family-friendly story about a small but brave mouse adopted by a human family, blending live-action with CGI to create a charming tale of acceptance and adventure.

Fact: Stuart Little was one of the first CGI characters to be seamlessly integrated into live-action scenes. The character was based on a children's book by E.B. White.

Description: A fun-filled action-comedy that portrays the secret war between cats and dogs, using a mix of live-action and CGI to bring the animal characters to life with humor and excitement.

Fact: The film used a combination of real animals, animatronics, and CGI to create the animal characters. It was one of the first movies to feature such extensive use of CGI for animals.

Description: An animated adventure about a dog who believes he has superpowers, embarking on a cross-country journey to reunite with his owner, filled with humor and heartfelt moments.

Fact: Bolt was the first Disney animated feature to be produced under the leadership of John Lasseter. The film's production was initially troubled but was completely reworked to great success.

Description: A comedy-adventure following a pampered Chihuahua who gets lost in Mexico and must find her way home, highlighting themes of friendship and self-discovery among animals.

Fact: The film features over 500 trained Chihuahuas. It was Disney's first live-action film to feature talking animals since 'Homeward Bound.'

Description: A touching narrative that follows a dog through multiple lives, exploring themes of loyalty, love, and the unique bond between pets and their owners.

Fact: The film is based on the bestselling novel by W. Bruce Cameron. It sparked controversy during production due to a leaked video showing a distressed dog, though the incident was later clarified.

Description: This animated film explores the humorous and adventurous lives of pets when their owners are away, featuring a mix of comedy and heartwarming moments centered around animal characters.

Fact: The film was inspired by the creator's own pets and their imagined secret lives. It became the highest-grossing original animated film not produced by Disney or Pixar at the time of its release.

Description: An adventure drama about a domesticated dog's transformation into a wild leader in the Yukon, blending stunning visuals with themes of survival and instinct.

Fact: The film uses a CGI dog for the main character, Buck, combined with live-action footage. It is based on Jack London's classic novel of the same name.