The read
It runs a compact 1h 8m.
Synopsis
During WWII several murders occur at a convalescent home where Dr. Watson has volunteered his services. He summons Holmes for help and the master detective proceeds to solve the crime from a long list of suspects including the owners of the home, the staff and the patients recovering there.
Ratings
IMDb6.9/10
99 audience votes
Key crew
- Roy William NeillDirector
- Bertram MillhauserScreenplay
Cast
- Basil RathboneSherlock Holmes
- Nigel BruceDoctor Watson
- Dennis HoeyInspector Lestrade
- Hillary BrookeSally Musgrave
- Mary GordonMrs. Hudson
- Halliwell HobbesAlfred Brunton, the butler
- Milburn StoneCapt. Pat Vickery
- Minna PhillipsMrs. Howells
- Arthur MargetsonDr. Bob Sexton
- Gavin MuirPhillip Musgrave
- Frederick WorlockGeoffrey Musgrave
- Norma VardenGracie the Barmaid
Stills
Themes
based on novel or bookblack and whitenorthumberlandsherlock holmes