The Black Cat
After a road accident in Hungary, the American honeymooners Joan and Peter and the enigmatic Dr. Werdegast find refuge in the house of the famed architect Hjalmar Poelzig, who shares a dark past with the doctor.
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Not on a subscription service in the United States yet. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about The Black Cat
Where can I watch The Black Cat in the United States?
The Black Cat is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The Black Cat?
The Black Cat scores 6.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Black Cat?
The Black Cat stars Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi, David Manners, Julie Bishop, and Egon Brecher. Edgar G. Ulmer is the director.
How long is The Black Cat?
The Black Cat runs 1h 5m (65 minutes).
When did The Black Cat come out?
The Black Cat was released on May 7, 1934.
Which studio made The Black Cat?
The Black Cat was produced by Universal Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for The Black Cat?
The Black Cat was made on a budget of $95,745.
How much did The Black Cat make at the box office?
The Black Cat grossed $236,000 worldwide, against a budget of $95,745.
What languages is The Black Cat in?
The Black Cat is in French, Hungarian, English, and Latin, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.