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Lizard perched on cat’s head may remind you of scene from The Parent Trap. Watch

You won’t be wrong if you find a similarity between the shocked expression of the cat with the one exhibited by Elaine Hendrix in the film Parent Trap

Published on: Jul 8, 2020, 22:02:59 IST
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Remember the hilarious yet heartwarming film The Parent Trap about a sibling switcheroo? Well, this video of a cat may remind you of a particular scene from the film involving a lizard.

The image shows a lizard sitting atop a cat’s head. (Instagram/@horst_the_hero)
The image shows a lizard sitting atop a cat’s head. (Instagram/@horst_the_hero)

If you’re scratching your head, let us help you refresh your memory. The scene shows how the twin sisters, both played by Lindsay Lohan, scare their step-mom-to-be Elaine Hendrix (played by Meredith Blake) using a lizard.

The scene has forever been etched into the minds of those who love the film. Even if you’re not a fan, chances are that this video of a cat will leave you chuckling.

Shared on the cat, named Horst’s, personal Instagram profile, which also describes him as an “ambassador of good mood”, the video is funny – just like the scene from the movie.

What is the clip all about? It shows the lizard perched on the head of the four-pawed feline as the cat looks on with a horrified expression. However, don’t be alarmed, the reptile was later returned to safety.

You won’t be wrong if you find a similarity between the shocked expression of the cat with the one exhibited by Elaine Hendrix in the film.

Since being shared two days ago, the video has got close to 95,000 views – and the numbers are only increasing. It also has gathered over 16,000 likes and tons of comments from people.

“OMG! That lizard is crazy!” wrote an Instagram user. “Horst, you have a lizard friend on your head!” wrote another. “We would be so happy if this happened to us,” expressed a feline friend of Horst.

Here’s the iconic scene from the film:

What do you think of the cat and the lizard video?

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    Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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