Video: Maged al-Kidwani stars in the Egyptian dub of The Cat in the Hat

Warner Bros. Animation unveiled the diverse voice cast for the Egyptian adaptation of "The Cat in the Hat", spanning nine nations. In the original production, Bill Hard provided the voice for the iconic character, while in the Egyptian version, Maged al-Kidwani takes on the role. The animated film introduces nine renowned actors including Cho Jung-suk from South Korea, Alfonso Herrera from Mexico, Lorenzo Zurzolo from Italy, Marcelo Adnet from Brazil, Ahmed Seyla from France, Ralf Schmitz from Germany, and Arturo Valls from Spain.

"The Cat in the Hat" is a re-introduction of Dr. Seuss's beloved character to newer audiences ahead of its worldwide theatrical premiere on November 6th. The film will be shown in Egypt and several other Arab countries on November 5th. The cast also includes Quinta Bronson, Bowen Yang, America Ferrera, Matt Perry, Paula Bell, and Giancarlo Esposito in the original version, alongside Hatem Salah and other stars in the Arabic adaptation.

The storyline revolves around brothers Gabe and Sebastian who are adjusting to a new city life, only to encounter the Cat tasked with a mission to restore joy and imagination into their lives. The scenes set the stage in a fictional institution called the "Institute for the Institution of Imagination and Inspiration", where the Cat operates, introducing an innovative twist to the beloved character's world.

The film is directed by Alessandro Carloni and Erica Rivinoja, who aim to augment the narrative of "The Cat in the Hat", adding new dimensions while staying true to the spirit of Dr. Seuss’s timeless books, which have held universal appeal for many years. Furthermore, this marks the launch of an expansive cinematic universe inspired by Dr. Seuss's stories.