


Film · Released
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
“The struggle of super-minds in the crime of the century!”
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes at a glance
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is a 1939 crime and mystery film, running 1h 25m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: NR in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and YouTube.
Rated NR in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1939-09-01
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Genres
- Crime, Mystery, Thriller
- Director
- Alfred L. Werker
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.9 / 10 · 183 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmHaving once again avoided criminal conviction, Professor Moriarity develops a murderous plan to “finish off” his last major nemesis, Sherlock Holmes, by making him fail to prevent the perfect crime. Does it involve a family curse, the crown jewels of England, or something else…
Cast
14 names
Basil RathboneSherlock Holmes
Nigel BruceDr. Watson
Ida LupinoAnn Brandon
Alan MarshalJerrold Hunter
Terry KilburnBilly
George ZuccoProfessor Moriarty
Henry StephensonSir Ronald Ramsgate
E. E. CliveInspector Bristol
Arthur HohlHenchman Bassick
May BeattyMrs. Jameson, Brandon Housekeeper
Peter WillesLloyd Brandon
Mary GordonMrs. Hudson
Holmes HerbertJustice of the Court
George RegasHenchman MateoQuestions about The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes suitable for children?
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is rated NR in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes about?
Having once again avoided criminal conviction, Professor Moriarity develops a murderous plan to “finish off” his last major nemesis, Sherlock Holmes, by making him fail to prevent the perfect crime. Does it involve a family curse, the crown jewels of England, or something else…
How long is The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes?
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes runs for 1h 25m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes trailer?
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