Cat in the Hat returns: Warner Bros drops expanded animated adventure trailer

Warner Bros. Pictures Animation has released a new trailer for The Cat in the Hat, giving audiences an expanded look at its animated reimagining of Dr. Seuss’ classic character ahead of the film’s theatrical release this November.

Voiced by Saturday Night Live alum and Barry star Bill Hader, the Cat returns as a whirlwind of mischief and imagination. This version moves beyond the original book’s storyline, placing the striped-hat troublemaker at the center of a larger, fantastical world.

The trailer showcases a vibrant, animated adventure filled with strange creatures, elaborate inventions, and escalating chaos as the Cat’s antics spiral outward. The film aims to retain Seuss’ signature whimsy while building out a broader universe around the iconic feline.