Book · 1957 · children's literature
The Cat in the Hat by Dr. Seuss: every movie adaptation
Quick answer
The Cat in the Hat by Dr. Seuss (1957) has been adapted into 2 movies: The Cat in the Hat (2003), The Cat in the Hat (2026).
The next adaptation, The Cat in the Hat, comes out on Friday, November 6, 2026.
About The Cat in the Hat
The Cat in the Hat is a book by Dr. Seuss, first published in 1957. Genre: children's literature. The first screen adaptation was The Cat in the Hat in 2003.
Children's book by Dr. Seuss.
Every adaptation of The Cat in the Hat
The Cat in the Hat
Movie · 2003 · United States · directed by Bo Welch
2003 film directed by Bo Welch.
The Cat in the Hat
Movie · coming Friday, November 6, 2026 · United States · directed by Erica Rivinoja and Alessandro Carloni
Upcoming film directed by Erica Rivinoja and Alessandro Carloni.
More Dr. Seuss books on screen
- How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1957) · 4 adaptations
Common questions
Has The Cat in the Hat been made into a movie?
Yes. The Cat in the Hat by Dr. Seuss (1957) has been adapted into 2 movies: The Cat in the Hat (2003), The Cat in the Hat (2026).
Who wrote The Cat in the Hat?
The Cat in the Hat was written by Dr. Seuss and first published in 1957.
How many adaptations of The Cat in the Hat are there?
We list 2 screen adaptations: 2 movies.
Is a new The Cat in the Hat adaptation coming?
Yes. The Cat in the Hat comes out on Friday, November 6, 2026.
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