Rudolf the Black Cat (2016): Cast, Box Office & Plot
Rudolf the Black Cat is a 2016 animated comedy directed by Kunihiko Yuyama and Motonori Sakakibara, starring Mao Inoue as Rudolf (Voice), Rio Sasaki and Arata Furuta. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes and earned $13.8 million worldwide.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 29m (89 min)
- Directors
- Kunihiko Yuyama and Motonori Sakakibara
- Original language
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Japanese - Studio
- Sprite Animation Studios
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Rudolf the Black Cat About?
The premise of Rudolf the Black Cat without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Rudolf, a black cat, is unexpectedly separated from his beloved owner and finds himself on a long-distance truck headed to Tokyo. Lost and alone in the bustling metropolis, he encounters Ippai-attena, a powerful and intimidating leader of the local cat population. Unable to return home, Rudolf is forced to navigate a new life as a stray, forming an unlikely bond with Ippai-attena, who harbors surprising secrets.
Rudolf the Black Cat Cast & Characters
Mao Inoue leads the cast as Rudolf (Voice), with Rio Sasaki as Rie (voice) and Arata Furuta as Devil (Voice). Directed by Kunihiko Yuyama and Motonori Sakakibara; 7 actors are credited in all.
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Co-director Kunihiko Yuyama - Co-director Motonori Sakakibara
- Mao Inoue as Rudolf (Voice)
- Rio Sasaki as Rie (voice)
- Arata Furuta as Devil (Voice)
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Nana Mizuki as Misha (voice)
Also Starring in Rudolf the Black Cat
· 3 more- Ryohei Suzuki Ippaiattena (Voice)
- Norito Yashima Butchy (Voice)
- Sandayuu Dokumamushi Dump truck driver (voice)
Rudolf the Black Cat Plot Summary
What happens in Rudolf the Black Cat 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
Rudolf, Mao Inoue is a domestic little black cat from the quiet town of Gifu in the heart of Japan, a creature who has never left his home and is lovingly cared for by the young girl Rie. When Rie’s mother asks her to visit her grandmother to bring some food, Rudolf follows, curious about the world beyond the doorstep and eager to taste life beyond his familiar walls. A run-in with a fishmonger sends him tumbling into a trailer, where a broom thwarts his attempt to escape and knocks him unconscious. He awakens inside the trailer, and with a burst of instinct, slips out to explore the town’s hidden corners.
Full summary
The whole story of Rudolf the Black Cat, scene by scene
Rudolf the Black Cat Box Office
Rudolf the Black Cat grossed $13.8 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$13.8M
- International
- $13.8M
How Well Do You Know Rudolf the Black Cat?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the name of Rudolf's human child owner?
Rudolf the Black Cat Also Known As
18 alternative titles, including “Rudorufu to ippai attena” and “Rudolf a Mnohajmen”.
- Also known as
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- Rudorufu to ippai attena
- Rudolf a Mnohajmen
- 루돌프와 많이있어
- 루돌프와 많이 있어
- Gatos: Un viaje de vuelta a casa
- ルドルフとイッパイアッテナ
- 黑猫鲁道夫
- Жил-был кот
- 黑貓魯道夫
- رودولف گربه سیاه
- Gats: Un viatge de tornada a casa
- Rudolf der schwarze Kater
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- Rudolf alla ricerca della felicità
- Rudolfo, o Gatinho Preto
- Чорний кіт Рудольф
- รูดอล์ฟ เหมียวน้อยผจญเมือง
- Rudolf i czarny kot
- Rudolf a Mnohouš
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Rudolf the Black Cat FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Rudolf the Black Cat, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Rudolf the Black Cat?
Rudolf the Black Cat runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).
When was Rudolf the Black Cat released?
Rudolf the Black Cat was released on August 6, 2016.
Who directed Rudolf the Black Cat?
Rudolf the Black Cat was directed by Kunihiko Yuyama and Motonori Sakakibara.
More films by Kunihiko Yuyama Who is in the cast of Rudolf the Black Cat?
Rudolf the Black Cat stars Mao Inoue as Rudolf (Voice), Rio Sasaki as Rie (voice) and Arata Furuta as Devil (Voice), among 7 credited actors.
How much did Rudolf the Black Cat make at the box office?
Rudolf the Black Cat grossed $13.8 million worldwide.
Does Rudolf the Black Cat have a post-credit scene?
No. Rudolf the Black Cat has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Rudolf the Black Cat in?
The original language of Rudolf the Black Cat is Japanese.
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