The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

Name: The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Released: 1939-09-01
Rating: 6.94

6.9/10 (175)

·1939· 85 min

Director: Alfred L. Werker

"The struggle of super-minds in the crime of the century!"

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…

Cast

Basil Rathbone

Sherlock Holmes

Nigel Bruce

Dr. Watson

Ida Lupino

Ann Brandon

Alan Marshal

Jerrold Hunter

Terry Kilburn

Billy

George Zucco

Professor Moriarty

Henry Stephenson

Sir Ronald Ramsgate

E. E. Clive

Inspector Bristol

Arthur Hohl

Henchman Bassick

May Beatty

Mrs. Jameson, Brandon Housekeeper

Peter Willes

Lloyd Brandon

Mary Gordon

Mrs. Hudson

In brief

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (1939) is a crime, mystery, thriller film. With an average rating of 6.9/10 from 175 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 1h 25min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.

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How long is The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes?

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes runs 85 minutes (1h 25min).

What rating does The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes have?

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes has an average rating of 6.9/10 based on 175 viewer votes on TMDB.

What year is The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes from?

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes was released in 1939.