What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedKitbull
Rosana Sullivan · Film · 2019
If you loved Kitbull, start with Primal (Genndy Tartakovsky, 2019) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 books, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Kitbull across media.
What hooked you in Kitbull was the profound way an unexpected bond between unlikely companions transforms feelings of isolation into connection.
Books on the same thread
Little Blue Truck
Alice Schertle · Book · 2014
Shares a thread with Kitbull: Friendship.
Just as Kitbull highlights the power of a helping hand, this story shows how a small, determined character relies on friends to overcome a difficult situation.
Charlotte's Web
E.B. White · Book · 1952
Shares a thread with Kitbull: Friendship.
Like the connection between the kitten and the pit bull in Kitbull, this classic explores how an unlikely friendship provides safety and courage in uncertain times.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Norman Bridwell · Book · 1963
Shares a thread with Kitbull: Friendship.
If you enjoyed the heartwarming animal companionship depicted in Kitbull, you will appreciate this story of mutual care and unconditional love between a child and her dog.
Giraffes Can't Dance
Giles Andreae · Book · 2015
Explores: Self-Acceptance, Overcoming Obstacles, Individuality.
Much like the stray kitten in Kitbull finding his place in the world, this story follows an outcast who discovers belonging through self-acceptance and newfound support.
Series on the same thread
Primal
Genndy Tartakovsky · Series · 2019
Explores: Survival, Unlikely friendship, Human-animal bond.
This series mirrors the wordless, foundational bond found in Kitbull, showcasing how two different creatures rely on each other to survive and thrive in a harsh world.
Bluey
Joe Brumm · Series · 2018
Explores: Family Relationships, Imaginative Play, Childhood Development.
The way Kitbull captures the essence of a tender relationship is reflected here, as this series explores the emotional resilience built through family and shared daily adventures.
Win or Lose
Series · 2025
Explores: Teamwork, Pressure, Personal Growth.
While Kitbull focuses on a single bond, this series expands that emotional core to show how interconnected lives and shared experiences help characters navigate moments of personal pressure.
The Amazing World of Gumball
Ben Bocquelet · Series · 2011
Explores: Suburban Life, School Life, Family Dynamics.
Similar to the central dynamic in Kitbull, this series centers on the deep, loyal bond between a cat and his best friend as they navigate life together.
Podcasts on the same thread
Sitting with Dogs by Rocky Kanaka
Podcast
Shares a thread with Kitbull: animal rescue.
This podcast captures the real-world heart of Kitbull, providing a voice to the vulnerable animals who, like the kitten, seek comfort and connection in a lonely world.
The Truth
The Truth · Podcast · 2026
Explores: human condition, experimental storytelling, moral ambiguity.
Like the concise, impactful storytelling of Kitbull, these audio dramas deliver short, immersive narratives that explore the human condition and the emotional depth of unique character connections.
Keep exploring
Common questions
How long is the short film Kitbull?
Kitbull is a 2019 short film directed by Rosana Sullivan. While the specific runtime is not listed, it follows the story of a stray kitten and a pit bull forming a friendship. The film focuses on this unlikely connection between the two creatures as they experience companionship for the first time.
What is the plot of Kitbull?
Kitbull tells the story of a fiercely independent stray kitten and a pit bull. These two creatures form an unlikely connection and experience friendship for the first time. The short film explores their developing bond as they navigate their world together throughout the duration of the film.
Is Kitbull based on a book?
Kitbull is a 2019 short film by Rosana Sullivan and is not an adaptation of a book. The story is an original work that depicts the connection between a stray kitten and a pit bull. There is no source material or book version of this story in our current catalog.
Who directed the short film Kitbull?
The short film Kitbull was directed by Rosana Sullivan and released in 2019. The film features an unlikely connection between a stray kitten and a pit bull. It centers on these two characters as they experience friendship for the first time through their shared experiences in the film.