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The Cat's-Paw

6.319341h 42mNRMovieComedy

Naive Ezekial Cobb, brought up by his missionary father in China returns to America to seek a wife. Corrupt politicians enlist him to run for mayor as a dummy candidate with no chance of winning. Their plan backfires as he wins and embarks upon a reform crusade.

DirectorSam Taylor
WritersClarence Budington Kelland·Sam Taylor

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Not available in Australia
Streaming in 2 other countries

The Cat's-Paw isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in Canada, United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Sam Taylor

HLHarold Lloyd
Harold Lloyd
Ezekiel Cobb
UMUna Merkel
Una Merkel
Petunia Pratt / Cobb
GBGeorge Barbier
George Barbier
Jake Mayo
NPNat Pendleton
Nat Pendleton
Strozzi
GBGrace Bradley
Grace Bradley
Dolores Doce
ADAlan Dinehart
Alan Dinehart
Mayor Ed Morgan
GMGrant Mitchell
Grant Mitchell
Silk Hot McGee
JGJohn George
John George
Gangster (uncredited)

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The Cat's-Paw — streaming FAQ

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The Cat's-Paw isn't on any streaming service in Australia yet, but it's available in Canada and United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Cat's-Paw on Netflix?

No, The Cat's-Paw is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Cat's-Paw on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch The Cat's-Paw for free?

The Cat's-Paw isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.