Cats (animated series)

Cats is an animated musical fantasy series created by Allison J. Castle, which is a direct adaptation of the 1981 musical "Cats" by Andrew Lloyd Webber. 
== Premise ==
"In a vibrant and fantastical cityscape known as Jellicle Town, a tribe of anthropomorphic cats, the Jellicle Cats, come together for their annual Jellicle Ball. The Jellicle Ball is a magical night where the cats showcase their unique talents, share stories, and await the choosing of one cat who will ascend to the Heaviside Layer and be granted a new life."
== Cast ==
=== Main ===
* Victoria (voiced by Laura Osnes) - A shy and quiet white kitten new to Jellicle Town. As Victoria becomes more integrated into Jellicle Town, she discovers her own talents, especially her exceptional dancing abilities.
* Mister Mistoffelees (voiced by Jeremy Jordan) - A charismatic and magical cat with the power to conjure illusions, as well as serving as the unofficial host of the Jellicle Ball. Mister Mistoffelees may form a special bond with Victoria, offering guidance and support as she navigates life in Jellicle Town.
* Grizabella (voiced by Lea Salonga) - A once-glamorous cat who has fallen on hard times.
* Jennyanydots (voiced by Kate Rockwell) - The domestic queen of Jellicle Town, who oversees the daily activities of the cats when humans are asleep. She takes Victoria under her wing, guiding her through Jellicle Town.
* Old Deuteronomy (voiced by Norm Lewis) – The wise and benevolent elderly Jellicle leader who is beloved by his tribe. Old Deuteronomy's relationship with Grizabella may be portrayed as that of a fatherly figure, providing a source of comfort and understanding.
=== Supporting ===
* Rum Tum Tugger (voiced by Ephraim Sykes) - A flashy and unappeasable cat who loves to be the centre of attention. He often challenges Victoria's perspective and encouraging her to embrace the vibrancy of Jellicle Town.
* Bombalurina (voiced by Karen Olivo) - A flirty and confident red queen. She is best friends with Demeter, as the two share an intense hatred for Macavity.
* Demeter (voiced by Saycon Sengbloh) - A troubled and skittish queen, as well as being best friends with Bombalurina.
* Macavity (voiced by James Monroe Iglehart) - A notorious criminal known as the "Napoleon of Crime".
* Skimbleshanks (voiced by Jordan Donica) - An upbeat and active orange tabby cat, who lives on the mail trains and acts as an unofficial chaperone to such an extent he is considered rather indispensable to the train and station employees.
* Rumpleteazer (voiced by Brittney Johnson) - A mischievous troublemaker, she is one half of a notorious duo of cat-burglars along with Mungojerrie.
* Bustopher Jones (voiced by Danny Burstein) - A fat upper-class cat with a fastidious black coat and white spots. Respected by all, he is a man of leisure who frequents gentlemen's clubs for their fine dining.
* Munkustrap (voiced by Brandon Victor Dixon) - A grey tabby tomcat who is the storyteller and protector of the Jellicle tribe, as well as Old Deuteronomy's second-in-command.
* Mungojerrie (voiced by George Salazar) - A mischievous troublemaker, he is one-half of a notorious duo of cat-burglars along with Rumpleteazer
=== Others ===
== Episodes ==
== Reception ==
Receiving critical acclaim with a 79% approval on Rotten Tomatoes, Cats has generally been well-received, but not without some mixed opinions. The series was commended for successfully adapting the iconic musical into an animated format, capturing the essence of the original while adding new layers to the storytelling. Some reviewers might express reservations about how the animated series balances staying faithful to the source material while bringing something new to the table. In addition, some episodes felt rushed due to pacing issues in certain story arcs.