The tale centers on an eccentric bag lady who rescues the stray cats of Venice and puts them on a boat to set sail for the new world. It has not been re-released for the home video market. This lack of availability, which has been described as making it "more rare than the dinosaur" has made it a sought-after item in some circles.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 John HurtLa Dame aux Chats / Mercutio (voice) | La Dame aux Chats / Mercutio (voice) |
 Robert PowellRomeo (voice) | Romeo (voice) |
 Francesca AnnisJuliet (voice) | Juliet (voice) |
 Vanessa RedgraveMother Capulet (voice) | Mother Capulet (voice) |
 Ben KingsleyFather Capulet (voice) | Father Capulet (voice) |
 Maggie SmithRosaline (voice) | Rosaline (voice) |
 Victor SpinettiTybalt (voice) | Tybalt (voice) |
 Quentin CrispBenvolio (voice) | Benvolio (voice) |