Pixar’s New Movie ‘Gatto’ Adds Mark Ruffalo and Laurence Fishburne, Drops Trailer About Mobster Cats
Pixar’s *Gatto* teases a Venice-set feline mob epic with Ruffalo and Fishburne’s voices—breaking the studio’s animated formula
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The brief
Pixar has released the first teaser trailer for *Gatto*, a new animated film set in Venice featuring a cast of anthropomorphic cats entangled in a mob-like narrative. Mark Ruffalo and Laurence Fishburne will voice lead characters, marking their first Pixar roles. The trailer highlights a dramatic, stylized aesthetic distinct from the studio’s previous works, blending dark humor with a visually striking Italian-inspired backdrop.
Coverage emphasizes the film’s departure from Pixar’s traditional output, with outlets like *Variety* and *Cartoon Brew* framing it as a bold creative risk. *Yahoo* and *ABC7 Los Angeles* focus on the star power of Ruffalo and Fishburne, while *Gizmodo* and *Animation Magazine* highlight the trailer’s visual appeal and feline-centric premise. The response from cat enthusiasts and animation fans has been immediate, with some calling the concept ‘instantly compelling.’
No release date has been announced, but the trailer’s dramatic tone suggests a darker, more mature Pixar project. Watch for further details on the Venice setting, the mob plot’s specifics, and whether this signals a broader shift in the studio’s storytelling approach. Early buzz may also influence casting announcements for additional voice roles.
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Quick answers
Who are the lead voice actors in *Gatto*?
Mark Ruffalo and Laurence Fishburne will voice the main characters, according to coverage from *Variety* and *Yahoo*.
What is the setting of *Gatto*?
The film is set in Venice, with the trailer showcasing an Italian-inspired aesthetic, as noted by *ABC7 Los Angeles* and *Cartoon Brew*.
Is *Gatto* a departure from Pixar’s usual style?
Yes—coverage describes it as a dramatic, mob-themed narrative with a darker tone and stylized visuals, distinct from Pixar’s recent works.
Coverage (8)
- Pixar’s First GATTO Trailer Introduces the Venetian Cat Mafia Yahoo · 6h ago
- Pixar’s Kitty Adventure ‘Gatto’ Looks Purrfectly Delightful Gizmodo · 6h ago
- Pixar unveils 1st ‘Gatto’ teaser trailer: Mark Ruffalo and Laurence Fishburne give voice to Italian cats Yahoo · 6h ago
- ‘Gatto’ Teaser Showcases A Dramatic Aesthetic Departure For Pixar Cartoon Brew · 6h ago
- As A Cat Person, I'm Already Sold On Pixar's Gatto From This Teaser Trailer Yahoo · 6h ago
- Disney and Pixar's 'Gatto' teaser trailer: Mark Ruffalo and Laurence Fishburne lead Venice feline mob movie ABC7 Los Angeles · 6h ago
- Pixar’s ‘Gatto’ Gets Purring with First Trailer Animation Magazine · 6h ago
- Pixar’s New Movie ‘Gatto’ Adds Mark Ruffalo and Laurence Fishburne, Drops Trailer About Mobster Cats Variety · 6h ago