The War of the Worlds (1953)

The War of the Worlds poster

Paramount Pictures
Starring:
 Gene Barry, Ann Robinson
Directed by: Byron Haskin

Synopsis: Based on the story by H.G. Wells, a Martian invasion threatens the existence of mankind on Earth.

Kitty Cameo: Near the end of the film Los Angeles is being evacuated and people are scrambling to find ways to escape the impending doom.  As mobs of people fight for space in hijacked vehicles, an orange tabby cat is shown briefly watching the melee.  The cat then turns and runs for cover.

The War of the Worlds - orange tabby cat by car bumper watching chaos

This could possibly be prolific cat actor Orangey who appeared in many films for Paramount Pictures.

The War of the Worlds - orange tabby cat by car bumper looking at camera

Final Mewsings: Cats don’t do chaos.


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