: Despite its vulgarity, the animation is praised for its lively and detailed depiction of Istanbul, making you feel as if you are right there in its sordid alleys. Community Reception

The film has gained a second life globally, especially after becoming an exclusive on Tubi in April 2023. Reviews from the Web

“Bad Cat has been a favorite among Turkish people despite its vulgar nature... it’s essentially an R-rated version of Garfield who abuses his owners.” YouTube · Saberspark

“Cats” movie adaptation so bad it's bad – The Collegian

Bad Cat (originally titled Kötü Kedi Şerafettin ) is a 2016 Turkish adult animated action-comedy that is essentially an R-rated, booze-fueled fever dream set in the gritty streets of Istanbul. Based on the popular comic strip by Bülent Üstün, this film swaps family-friendly antics for a "day of debauchery" involving foul-mouthed feline gangs, accidental killings, and an illegitimate son named Taco who just wants to bond with his degenerate father. Why This Isn’t Your Typical "Cat Movie"

“Shero is a real piece of ... but watching him come around to being a “decent” male cat made it really fun.” Bubbleblabber · 3 years ago

: Rated R in the U.S. for language, violence, and crude humor, it is definitively not for kids.

If you’re looking for a "junk food for the brain" experience that is "kinda weird tho, but cool," Bad Cat might be your next late-night watch.