Garfield: His 9 Lives (1988 TV Movie)
10/10
Must See For Garfield Fans
4 August 2007
Warning: Spoilers
"Garfield His 9 Lives" is divided into nine animated stories all centered around Garfield in different eras of time from prehistoric to futuristic space. In some stories Garfield takes on a new look. You will probably have your favorite story as some are more involved than others.

Life #6 - Diana's Piano, is most unlike any of the other Garfield tales. It captures a long term relationship between a beloved feline and her owner. I couldn't help but wonder if this one was based on a true story.

Dog lovers beware as this movie as a whole does show some cat bias. But if you've got a good sense of humor to get you through there's some justice at the end of King Cat ;)

People of all ages would enjoy this movie. It's intelligent, funny, well written, good soundtrack(see #5 Court Jester if you're into funky jazz), full of colorful fun animation(see the shape-shifting in #7 Lab Animal).

I must not forget to add that #8 includes Garfield as a kitten with his mother, how Garfield came to love Italian cuisine, and how he met Jon and Odie. Simply a must see for any Garfield fan.

Parents can watch it with their children. It's sure to get kids thinking and asking questions. Or if you're like me you may just enjoy watching it for old times sake. This was one of my favorite movies when I was 6. The images and stories have always stuck with me. Unforgettable.

Here's the titles of the stories as they appear.

#1 Cave Cat, #2 King Cat, #3 In The Garden, #4 Court Musician, #5 Stunt Cat, #6 Diana's Piano, #7 Lab Animal, #8 Garfield, #9 Space Cat.
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