Rat (2001): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Rat is a 2001 comedy drama directed by Steve Barron, starring Imelda Staunton and Pete Postlethwaite. It is inspired by Metamorphosis and Other Stories by Franz Kafka and Michael Hofmann. It earned $85.5 million worldwide. It holds 62% on TMDB.
- Released
- Director
- Steve Barron
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Universal Focus
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Rat About?
The premise of Rat without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
After a drunken mishap, Hubert inexplicably transforms into a rat, leaving his bewildered family struggling to adjust to the unusual situation. They must navigate the challenges and absurdities of having a rodent for a patriarch, while also confronting a ghostwriter who sees an opportunity to exploit their bizarre circumstances. Through this extraordinary experience, Hubert's family discovers a deeper understanding and appreciation for their reformed, albeit furry, relative.
Rat Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- casino
- mother daughter reunion
- on the road
- squirrel
- nazi
- cow
- helicopter
- museum
- contest
- rock concert
- money
- race
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- blonde woman
- pierced tongue
- waitress
- airport
- taxi
- product placement
- desert
- locker
- nazi flag
- diving helicopter
- animal in title
- all star cast
- animated opening credits
- road movie
- multi protagonist
- driving
- bet
- concert
- hotel
- greed
- bus
- hotel owner
- cross country
- prostitute
- mercedes benz
- gambling
- slot machine
- crowd surfing
- husband wife relationship
- driving off a cliff
- heart transplant
- gas station
- beer
- drinking beer
- ponytail
- clerk
- fat wife
- fat woman
Rat Cast
Imelda Staunton leads the cast, with Pete Postlethwaite. Directed by Steve Barron.
- Director Steve Barron
More from Steve Barron
More films directed by Steve Barron, best-rated first: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Coneheads, Supervized and Choking Man.
Rat Reviews & Ratings
Rat holds 62% on TMDB.
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TMDB 62% User score
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Rat Plot Summary
What happens in Rat from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Donald Sinclair, the quirky and extravagant proprietor of The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino in Las Vegas, concocts an exhilarating new game to captivate the high-rolling clientele frequenting his luxurious establishment. He places six unique tokens within the casino’s slot machines, and those fortunate enough to win these tokens are summoned together for an extraordinary revelation: $2 million in cold, hard cash is hidden inside a locker located at a train station in Silver City, New Mexico. They soon learn that they are about to embark on an outrageous, no-holds-barred race to secure the money for themselves. Each winner is provided with a key, poised to unlock the coveted locker, setting them on a thrilling journey fraught with unpredictable challenges.
Full summary
The whole story of Rat, scene by scene
Rat Box Office
Rat grossed $85.5 million worldwide. $56.6 million came from the US and Canada and $28.9 million (34%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$85.5M
- US & Canada
- $56.6M
- International
- $28.9M
How Well Do You Know Rat?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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- Question 10: not answered
Who is the owner of The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino?
Cars in Rat
44 cars on screen, including the 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood Eldorado and the 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
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1971 Cadillac Fleetwood Eldorado Important role -
1993 Chevrolet Caprice Important role -
1998 Chrysler Sebring Convertible Important role -
Custom Made Monster Truck Important role
Rat Also Known As
6 alternative titles, including “Mi vida como una rata” and “Patkánymese”.
- Also known as
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- Mi vida como una rata
- Patkánymese
- חולדה
- Krysa
- Мистер крыс
- 变鼠记
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Movies Like Rat
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Rat Race, The Rat Race and Your Friend the Rat.
Rat FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Release Date
Release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Rat, each answered in a sentence.
When was Rat released?
Rat was released on April 27, 2001.
Who directed Rat?
Rat was directed by Steve Barron.
More films by Steve Barron Who is in the cast of Rat?
Rat stars Imelda Staunton and Pete Postlethwaite.
How much did Rat make at the box office?
Rat grossed $85.5 million worldwide ($56.6 million domestic, $28.9 million international).
How is Rat rated?
Rat has 62% on TMDB.
Does Rat have a post-credit scene?
No. Rat has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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