ANDREW Lloyd-Webber’s classic West End show Cats is coming to life on the big screen.
The film is hitting cinemas very soon and with it comes an all-star cast.
Who is in the cast of Cats?
The launch of the film will be the first time Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cats has been adapted for the big screen.
His musical, which is based on Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot, debuted in the West End in 1981 and on Broadway in 1982.
It went on to win numerous awards, including Best Musical at the Laurence Olivier Awards and the Tony Awards – here’s who is starring in the new movie:
Taylor Swift as Bombalurina
Superstar singer Taylor lends her vocal skills to the movie as well as her acting talent.
While Tay Tay is mainly known for her hit songs like Shake It Off and Love Story, she is also known for starring in films.
Her acting credits include The Lorax and Valentine’s Day.
James Corden as Bustopher Jones
Fans can’t wait to see James reprise his role as Smithy in the Gavin & Stacey Christmas special – but before that you can catch him in Cats.
Although many know him for his TV work, James has also starred in many movies.
His hit films include Into The Woods, Trolls and Peter Rabbit.
Judi Dench as Old Deuteronomy
Well who doesn’t know Judi Dench?
The actress has incredible CV of smash hit movies.
These include her Oscar winning role in Shakespeare In Love and playing M in the James Bond films.
Jason Derulo as Rum Tum Tugger
This is Jason’s first movie where he will show off his acting skills.
The singer has provided the soundtrack to many films – but this time he is starring in one.
Jason has claimed his “anaconda” penis was airbrushed out Cats.
In November 2019 the singer sent the internet into meltdown with a very revealing underwear shot that showcased his impressive bulge.
Sirius XM’s Andy Cohen brought up Jason’s manhood in a new interview, telling the star: “You’re in tights in Cats it makes me think they…”
Jason jumped straight in, replying: “CGI’d the d*** out? Yeah, they did CGI [the penis out]. I noticed that.”
Idris Elba as Macavity
Over recent years, Idris has fast become one of the most sought after leading men in Hollywood.
After shooting to fame as bad boy detective Luther the handsome actor has seen the movie parts roll in.
The star has been in Pacific Rim and several of the Avengers movies.
Jennifer Hudson as Grizabella
Jennifer shot to fame on American Idol back in 2004 but it was when she starred in Dream Girls that everyone really sat up and noticed her.
The singer even won an Oscar for the role.
Her other film work includes Sex And The City The Movie where she played Carrie Bradshaw’s assistant.
Rebel Wilson as Jennyanydots
Comic actress Rebel shot to fame as Fat Patricia in Pitch Perfect.
Since then the Australian actress has seen her career soar.
She also starred in How To Be Single and Bridesmaids.
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When is the UK release date for Cats?
Cats will hit UK cinemas on Friday (December 20, 2019).
The film is about a tribe of cats called the Jellicles who must decide yearly which one will ascend to the Heaviside Layer and come back to a new Jellicle life.
The film is rated U and runs for One hour and 50 minutes.