Sherlock Holmes in Washington
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Synopsis
In World War II, a British secret agent carrying a vitally important document is kidnapped en route to Washington. The British government calls on Sherlock Holmes to recover it.
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Sherlock Holmes in Washington 1943 ClipOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-11-02
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Basil Rathbone
Sherlock Holmes
Nigel Bruce
Doctor Watson
Marjorie Lord
Nancy Partridge
Henry Daniell
William Easter
George Zucco
Heinrich Hinckel aka Richard Stanley
John Archer
Naval Lt. Pete Merriam
Gavin Muir
Mr. Lang, government agent
Edmund MacDonald
Detective Lt. Grogan
Don Terry
Howe
Mary Gordon
Mrs. Hudson
Bradley Page
Cady
Clarence Muse
George
Mary Forbes
Mrs. Pettibone
Holmes Herbert
Mr. Ahrens
Thurston Hall
Sen. Henry Babcock
Ian Wolfe
Antiques Store Sales Clerk
John Burton
Army Inspector (uncredited)
Gerald Hamer
Alfred Pettibone
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 30, 1943
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 3, 2013
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roy William Neill
- Screenplay & Story
- Bertram Millhauser, Lynn Riggs
- Original Score
- Frank Skinner
- Original Title
- Sherlock Holmes in Washington
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roy William Neill
Bertram Millhauser, Lynn Riggs, Arthur Conan Doyle
Frank Skinner
Lester White
Otto Ludwig
Roy William Neill
Department Leadership Roster
Roy William Neill
Director
Bertram Millhauser
Writer
Bertram Millhauser
Screenplay
Roy William Neill
Producer
Vera West
Costume Design
Lester White
Director of Photography
Lynn Riggs
Screenplay
Otto Ludwig
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sherlock Holmes in Washington
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What is Sherlock Holmes in Washington about?
In World War II, a British secret agent carrying a vitally important document is kidnapped en route to Washington. The British government calls on Sherlock Holmes to recover it.
Who directed Sherlock Holmes in Washington?
Sherlock Holmes in Washington was directed by Roy William Neill.
Who stars in Sherlock Holmes in Washington?
The principal cast of Sherlock Holmes in Washington includes Basil Rathbone, Nigel Bruce, Marjorie Lord, Henry Daniell, George Zucco.
When was Sherlock Holmes in Washington released and how long is it?
Sherlock Holmes in Washington was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.
Who composed the musical score for Sherlock Holmes in Washington?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sherlock Holmes in Washington was composed by Frank Skinner.
Is Sherlock Holmes in Washington based on a book or true story?
Sherlock Holmes in Washington is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Arthur Conan Doyle".