Cheshire Cat (Alice in Wonderland)

Last Updated on: November 15th, 2024

Who is the Cheshire Cat?

The Cheshire Cat is a famous character from Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll. Known for his distinctive grin and mysterious, whimsical personality, the Cheshire Cat is one of Wonderland’s most iconic figures. He has the unique ability to appear and disappear at will, often leaving only his smile floating in the air.

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The Cat is a guide of sorts to Alice, providing cryptic advice and observations that seem nonsensical yet contain hidden wisdom. His playful, unpredictable nature embodies the surreal and chaotic essence of Wonderland.

In Disney’s animated Alice in Wonderland (1951), the Cheshire Cat is voiced by Sterling Holloway, whose smooth, somewhat eerie voice gave the character a memorable and distinctive charm. Holloway’s portrayal of the Cheshire Cat remains one of the most beloved, helping cement the character’s place in popular culture.

In the live-action adaptations directed by Tim Burton, the Cheshire Cat is voiced by actor Stephen Fry. His version retains the cat’s enigmatic and mischievous qualities, bringing a slightly darker and more modern touch to the character while maintaining the original’s playfulness and intrigue.

Interesting Facts and Stats:

  • He was played by Sterling Holloway, who was in a ton of Disney movies and is most known as the voice of Winnie the Pooh.

The Collection:

Here is the Internet’s largest collection of Cheshire Cat related movies, TV shows, toys and other products. As always, new pieces are added to this collection regularly.

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