| Kitty Kat | |
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Real Name |
Kitty Kat (see "Notes" section) |
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First Appearance |
Feline Follies (1919) |
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Original Publisher |
Paramount Pictures |
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Created by |
Otto Messmer, Pat Sullivan |
Origin[]
Kitty Kat is a prominent character in the early Felix the Cat cartoons, serving as the main love interest. She is portrayed as a charming and affectionate character, often depicted with a sweet and demure personality.
Kitty is a traditional representation of the idealized feminine figure of the time, frequently seen in domestic or supportive roles. Despite her gentle demeanor, she occasionally displays a spirited side, marked by her playful flirtation and interactions with Felix. She is also not shy in voicing her fustrations with his mischievous behavior and occasional incompetence.
Public Domain Appearances[]
All appearances by the character prior to 1928 are in the public domain.
Some notable appearances are listed below:
Public Domain Film Appearances[]
- Feline Follies (1919)
Public Domain Comics Appearances[]
- Felix the Cat newspaper comic strip, 1923–1928
Notes[]
- The character was named "Miss Kitty White" in her first appearance.
- Only the original iterations of Kitty as she appeared in the silent films are public domain. All iterations of Kitty afterwards, including the Baby Felix & Friends TV series, remain under copyright by DreamWorks Animation/NBCUniversal, the current owner of the Felix the Cat intellectual property. For more information please visit our FAQ.