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Bring out your inner child with Cat Burglar, an interactive trivia watch. Netflix’s latest cartoon takes us back to the golden days of animated mischief… but this time, it’s for adults. Created by Charlie Brooker and his team — known for the interactive Black Mirror episode Bandersnatch — this series combines nostalgic homage with modern interactivity.
The premise is simple yet engaging: Viewers must answer quiz questions correctly to guide Rowdy Cat, who has three lives at his disposal, past obstacles and towards his ultimate goal — a priceless painting guarded by the vigilant security dog, Peanut. Fail to answer correctly, and Rowdy meets a comically tragic demise, adding a layer of stakes and urgency to the interactive gameplay.
A classic case of animation meets humor. From slapstick mishaps reminiscent of a Warner Bros. cartoon to witty visual gags, each scene makes up a hilarious and nostalgic experience. Whether Rowdy is outsmarting adversaries, or facing Wile E. Coyote perils, the series keeps a playful and lighthearted tone that makes it family-friendly.
WHERE TO WATCH- You can play or watch on Netflix or catch the trailer (watch trailer, runtime:1:35).