Cat‑Tastic Cinema: Taylor Swift & Jennifer Hudson Mewing Into the Big Screen
In a move that’s more claws‑poising than cat‑sitting, pop icon Taylor Swift and Oscar‑winner Jennifer Hudson are slated to star in an upcoming film adaptation of the legendary musical Cats. Deadline’s head‑liner for the 20th‑July‑2018 wrap‑up still has that date pinned, but the movie’s official world premiere is still “tomorrow in the future.”
Who’s In The Mix?
- Jennifer Hudson – Channeling her award‑winning diva energy into the role of Grizabella, the once‑glamorous feline who’s itching for a second chance.
- Taylor Swift – Aesthetic fan with a few songs in the cards. Her film credits are modest, but engineers say that her presence will give the flick a pop‑star sparkle.
- Hollywood streams hint at James Corden and veteran Ian McKellen filling other spots on the roost, though the casting details are TBD.
The Film’s Whisker‑Worthy Backstory
Director Tom Hooper, the Guy‑with‑the‑Oscar‑glitter who turned Les Misérables into a theatrical blockbuster, is hacking a new groove with this whiskered project. For a quick bite‑size refresher: Cats was birthed in England in 1981, hit Broadway in ’82, and walked away from the stage in 2000 with a record number of performances – the fourth‑longest run ever.
These uncanny critters are based on T.S. Eliot’s poems and represent the Jellicles on stage, a furry posse deciding who gets the bright‑bright chance to star on the top. The musical’s iconic ballad “Memory” still keeps life‑saver vibes. And as always, cats – the real‑world beast – are a recurring favorite for folks like Swift, who loves furr‑y friends and has two chic house‑cats, Olivia and Meredith, who made a cameo in Deadpool 2.
Thoughts from the Hollywood Huddle
Industry voice Variety capped it with the “Totally Ratted” hint that the film’s release window has yet to be stamped on a calendar. Universal stayed hush‑hush this time, refusing to confirm any filming schedules or date specifics.
With the “Cat” movie tick‑tacked into the same era of pop‑power, it’s expected to be a wild ride filled with melodrama, feline legends, and good ol’ new‑age pop croce. Stay tuned for the official release date, and maybe get a seat to watch your favorite hair‑ball to the screen in a spot of yellow and raccoon‑like plates.
