Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
An alcoholic ex-football player drinks his days away, having failed to come to terms with his sexuality and his real feelings for his football buddy who died after an ambiguous accident. His wife is crucified by her desperation to make him desire her: but he resists the affections of his wife. His reunion with his father—who is dying of cancer—jogs a host of memories and revelations for both father and son.
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Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Aug 19, 1984
Runtime
2h 24m
Genres
TV Movie, Drama
User Score
55%
Original Title
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
Production Companies
American Playhouse, Showtime Networks
Director
Jack Hofsiss
Description
An alcoholic ex-football player drinks his days away, having failed to come to terms with his sexuality and his real feelings for his football buddy who died after an ambiguous accident. His wife is crucified by her desperation to make him desire her: but he resists the affections of his wife. His reunion with his father—who is dying of cancer—jogs a host of memories and revelations for both father and son.