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  1. May 12, 2020 · Garfield definitely deserves his place at the top of this list of iconic TV cats. He’s been the star of not only the original comics, but also several television series--the most popular probably being Garfield and Friends, which aired from the 1980s to the 1990s--films, and merchandise galore.

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    • Mrs. Norris from Harry Potter. Mrs. Norris is a beautiful Maine Coon cat (or is she?) from the Harry Potter series of films. While she belonged to Hogwarts caretaker, Argus Filch, questions remain whether she was really a cat or an animagus (a wizard who can transform into an animal).
    • Crookshanks from Harry Potter. Mrs. Norris wasn’t the only cat in the Harry Potter series. Hermione Granger’s cat, Crookshanks, made several appearances.
    • Jake from The Cat from Outer Space. Jake is another cat on our list with special powers, though not particularly magical. He wears a collar that allows him to talk to humans, among other things.
    • Goose from Captain Marvel. Spoilers ahead! Another alien that looks like a cat? Yep. Goose, from 2019’s Captain Marvel is a Flerken. Unlike cats on Earth, Flerkens can lay eggs and their mouths contain pocket dimensions used to store and hold almost anything.
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    • Simply meow-velous. It doesn’t matter whether you identify as a “cat person” or not, there are some famous felines who pawed their way into the hearts of pop culture aficionados regardless.
    • Grumpy Cat. The viral sensation known as Grumpy Cat (real name: Tardar Sauce) captured the attention of millions because of her perpetual frown. In 2012 her photos hit Reddit when Tardar Sauce was just a kitten, with people identifying with her less-than-impressed look, making her the star of many an internet meme.
    • Garfield. Hide your lasagna, people, because Garfield, the comic strip cat with a big appetite, isn’t afraid to attack a pan of the rich, cheesy dish. The first comic starring the portly feline debuted in U.S. newspapers in June 1978, per Garfield’s official website.
    • Morris the Cat. In the world of cat food, there was none more finicky than commercial star Morris the Cat, or at least that’s what each 9Lives ad told us.
  2. Oct 22, 2024 · For generations, cats have entertained us as fictional characters in movies, television, literature, and comics. Their unique personalities and antics have made some famous cats household names loved by children and adults alike. From slapstick humor to inspiration, these famous feline names entertain us with curiosity and cleverness.

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    • Garfield. A much-loved cat character that loved food and hated Mondays. Garfield was born in an Italian restaurant and has a well-documented love for eating lasagna, he had a particular love for lasagne and he was a well-known character on TV, films and comics.
    • The Cheshire Cat. Everyone knows the Cheshire Cat from Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland – his pink and purple markings, iconic grin and ability to disappear caught the imagination of people around the world.
    • Felix the Cat. We are turning the clock back to 1919 for this character. Felix was created during the era of silent films; the funny cartoon character quickly rose in popularity with his big grin and “Righty-O” catchphrase.
    • Tom (Tom & Jerry) You think we’d talk about famous cats without mentioning Tom from Tom & Jerry?! No way. Tom was a cartoon cat who’d always be trying to capture Jerry (a mouse) leading to comical, slapstick scenes.
  3. Feb 21, 2024 · Salem, the witty and sarcastic black cat from the popular TV series "Sabrina the Teenage Witch," has been a fan favorite since the show's debut in 1996. Portrayed by an animatronic puppet and voiced by Nick Bakay, Salem was once a powerful warlock who was turned into a cat as punishment for attempting to take over the world.

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  5. Oct 10, 2020 · A throwback episode of the Mission Impossible television series takes "cat burglar" to its logical conclusion - by using a cat named Rusty to steal a jade artefact. The best part of this episode is that Rusty is played by Orangey, a famous feline star who was in multiple TV shows and movies in the '50s and '60s.

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