Catnado (2022): Cast & Ratings
Catnado is a 2022 horror thriller directed by Donald Farmer, starring Annie Ruth Hughes as Catnado Witness, Tim Ritter and Rebecca Rinehart. It runs 1 hour 27 minutes and was made on a reported $100,000 budget. Its Echo Score is 46/100.
- Echo Score
- 46
- budget
- $100K
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 27m (87 min)
- Director
- Donald Farmer
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Stratosphere Entertainment
- Budget
- $100K
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Catnado About?
The premise of Catnado without spoilers.
A terrifying weather phenomenon unleashes tornadoes filled with angry, deadly cats upon the world. As chaos erupts, a diverse group of people must unite to stop the onslaught of feline fury. Facing overwhelming odds and with limited resources, they embark on a desperate battle to survive the cat-astrophic storm and prevent a devastating loss of life.
Catnado Themes & Keywords
· 2 tags- cat
- animal
Catnado Cast & Characters
Annie Ruth Hughes leads the cast as Catnado Witness, with Tim Ritter as Louis (Segment: Crimes and Felines) and Rebecca Rinehart as Woman in Peril. Directed by Donald Farmer; 30 actors are credited in all.
- Director Donald Farmer
- Annie Ruth Hughes as Catnado Witness
- Tim Ritter as Louis (Segment: Crimes and Felines)
- Rebecca Rinehart as Woman in Peril
- Jerry Williams as Astro the Space Hero (Segment: Cosmic Catnado)
Also Starring in Catnado
· 26 more- Tucky Williams Queen of the Galaxy (Segment: Cosmic Catnado)
- Katrina Nastasia (Segment: Crimes and Felines)
- Todd Burrows That Guy (Segment: Cosmic Catnado)
- Curtis Everitt Curtis (Segment: Storm Window)
- Jason Boyd Kent (Segment: Crimes and Felines)
- Shannon Stockin Irena (Segment: Crimes and Felines)
- Jesse Welch Jerry (Segment: Apocalypse Meow)
- Mark Holmberg Java Jones (Segment: Cosmic Catnado)
- William Buster Benefield Bill (Segment: Of Cats and Men)
- Josh Ward Oliver (Segment: Apocalypse Meow)
- Joshua Gotte Brandon (Segment: Of Cats and Men)
- Blair Kelly Mal (Segment: Of Cats and Men)
- Erica Rowell Green Tonya (Segment: Of Cats and Men)
- Serena Salieri Gracie (Segment: The Catburglar)
- Melvin Pittman Detective Richards (Segment: The Catburglar)
- Mitchell Rhodes Detective Simmonds (Segment: The Catburglar)
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- Jonathan Dixon Norman Oaks (Segment: The Catburglar)
- Blake Blasko Gremlin (Segment: Nightmare at 10000 Feet)
- Juan K. Wilson Detective Quaid (Segment: The Catburglar)
- Julian Betts Julian (Segment: Nightmare at 10000 Feet)
- William Lewis IV Wish (Segment: Nightmare at 10000 Feet)
- Lola Magdalene Scott Vespa (Segment: Cosmic Catnado)
- Matt Enstrom Admiral Kepler (Segment: Cosmic Catnado)
- Henry Umble Admiral Morris (Segment: Cosmic Catnado)
- Vicky Vicious News Fury (Segment: Cosmic Catnado)
- Milly Franklin Thomas Narcissa (Segment: Cosmic Catnado)
More from Donald Farmer
More films directed by Donald Farmer: Bigfoot Exorcist, Shark Exorcist 2: Unholy Waters, Debbie Does Demons and Hooker with a Hacksaw.
Catnado Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 46/100, strongest in rewatch factor (50) and weakest in character & emotion (42).
Catnado Echo Score Breakdown
Catnado elicits highly polarized reactions, with its ambition undermined by uneven execution. Reviewers note occasional visual imagination, moments of emotional resonance, and a willingness among some fans to revisit the film. At the same time, many criticize the plot coherence, acting quality, and low‑budget effects, describing the experience as disappointing or even intolerable. Consequently, the film settles in the low‑mid range of the Echo Score.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 48
In terms of art and craft, the film displays moments of visual imagination alongside noticeable technical shortcomings. Certain reviewers praise realistic CGI and a unique stylistic approach, while others point out amateurish camera work, low‑budget special effects, and inconsistent editing. The net result is an uneven craftsmanship that places this aspect in the lower‑mid range.
- Character & Emotion 42
Regarding character and emotion, performances swing between sporadic flair and generally thin portrayals. A minority of viewers describe the acting as flawless and emotionally charged, yet the majority highlight subpar delivery, lack of depth, and awkward chemistry among the cast. Overall, the character work trends toward a modest, below‑average assessment.
- Story & Flow 45
The story and flow present an ambitious anthology concept that struggles with coherence. Some audience members enjoy the varied plotlines and find the narrative engaging, while many criticize the storyline as terrible, disjointed, and lacking originality. Because of these contradictions, the narrative receives a lower‑mid rating.
- Sensory Experience 46
Sensory experience combines occasional striking moments with overall underwhelming production. Occasional effective soundtrack cues and distinctive visual choices are noted, yet the majority of commentary highlights trashy special effects, poor sound design, and inconsistent visual cohesion. This mixed reception results in a mid‑low sensory impact score.
- Rewatch Factor 50
Rewatch factor is divided between devoted fans eager for sequels and viewers who abandoned the film early. Some express strong enthusiasm, repeated viewings, and lasting appeal, while others report falling asleep midway or refusing to watch it again. This split yields a modest rewatch potential that lands in the middle of the scale.
Catnado Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Catnado.
Catnado Also Known As
Also known as “Kočkonádo”.
- Also known as
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- Kočkonádo
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Movies Like Catnado
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Nature Unleashed: Tornado, The Twisters and Tornado!.
Catnado FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, budget and post-credit scenes of Catnado, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Catnado?
Catnado runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).
When was Catnado released?
Catnado was released on March 14, 2022.
Who directed Catnado?
Catnado was directed by Donald Farmer.
More films by Donald Farmer Who is in the cast of Catnado?
Catnado stars Annie Ruth Hughes as Catnado Witness, Tim Ritter as Louis (Segment: Crimes and Felines) and Rebecca Rinehart as Woman in Peril, among 30 credited actors.
What was the budget of Catnado?
Catnado had a reported budget of $100,000.
Does Catnado have a post-credit scene?
No. Catnado has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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