The Scarlet Claw
“Holmes vs. Monster!”
Synopsis
When a woman is found dead with her throat torn out, the local villagers blame a supernatural monster. But Sherlock Holmes, who gets drawn into the case from nearby Quebec, suspects a human murderer.
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Sherlock Holmes and The Scarlet Claw Trailer 1944Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-11-06
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Basil Rathbone
Sherlock Holmes
Nigel Bruce
Doctor Watson
Gerald Hamer
Potts / Tanner / Ramson
Paul Cavanagh
Lord Penrose
Arthur Hohl
Emile Journet
Miles Mander
Judge Brisson
Kay Harding
Marie Journet
David Clyde
Police Sergeant Thompson
Ian Wolfe
Drake
Victoria Horne
Nora
Al Ferguson
Attendant (uncredited)
Olaf Hytten
Hotel Day Desk Clerk (uncredited)
Bobby Hale
Villager in Pub (uncredited)
Harry Allen
Gertrude Astor
Clyde Fillmore
Charles Francis
George Kirby
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 18, 1944
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 1990
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roy William Neill
- Screenplay & Story
- Edmund L. Hartmann, Roy William Neill
- Original Score
- Paul Sawtell
- Original Title
- The Scarlet Claw
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roy William Neill
Edmund L. Hartmann, Roy William Neill, Brenda Weisberg, Paul Gangelin, Arthur Conan Doyle
Paul Sawtell
George Robinson
Paul Landres
Roy William Neill
Department Leadership Roster
Edmund L. Hartmann
Screenplay
Roy William Neill
Producer
Paul Sawtell
Original Music Composer
Paul Landres
Editor
Roy William Neill
Director
Roy William Neill
Screenplay
George Robinson
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Scarlet Claw
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What is The Scarlet Claw about?
When a woman is found dead with her throat torn out, the local villagers blame a supernatural monster. But Sherlock Holmes, who gets drawn into the case from nearby Quebec, suspects a human murderer.
Who directed The Scarlet Claw?
The Scarlet Claw was directed by Roy William Neill.
Who stars in The Scarlet Claw?
The principal cast of The Scarlet Claw includes Basil Rathbone, Nigel Bruce, Gerald Hamer, Paul Cavanagh, Arthur Hohl.
When was The Scarlet Claw released and how long is it?
The Scarlet Claw was released in 1944 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.
Who composed the musical score for The Scarlet Claw?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Scarlet Claw was composed by Paul Sawtell.
Is The Scarlet Claw based on a book or true story?
The Scarlet Claw is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Arthur Conan Doyle".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Scarlet Claw?
The Scarlet Claw holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).