Sherlock Holmes Faces Death
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.
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Sherlock Holmes Faces Death Trailer 1943Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-11-02
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Basil Rathbone
Sherlock Holmes
Nigel Bruce
Doctor Watson
Dennis Hoey
Inspector Lestrade
Hillary Brooke
Sally Musgrave
Mary Gordon
Mrs. Hudson
Halliwell Hobbes
Alfred Brunton, the butler
Milburn Stone
Capt. Pat Vickery
Minna Phillips
Mrs. Howells
Arthur Margetson
Dr. Bob Sexton
Gavin Muir
Phillip Musgrave
Frederick Worlock
Geoffrey Musgrave
Norma Varden
Gracie the Barmaid
Peter Lawford
Young Sailor at Bar
Heather Wilde
Olaf Hytten
Captain MacIntosh
Eric Snowden
Sailor Playing Piano
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 17, 1943
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 1988
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roy William Neill
- Screenplay & Story
- Bertram Millhauser
- Original Title
- Sherlock Holmes Faces Death
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roy William Neill
Bertram Millhauser, Arthur Conan Doyle
Charles Van Enger
Fred R. Feitshans Jr.
Roy William Neill
Department Leadership Roster
Roy William Neill
Director
Bertram Millhauser
Screenplay
Roy William Neill
Producer
Charles Van Enger
Director of Photography
Fred R. Feitshans Jr.
Editor
Vera West
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sherlock Holmes Faces Death
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What is Sherlock Holmes Faces Death about?
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.
Who directed Sherlock Holmes Faces Death?
Sherlock Holmes Faces Death was directed by Roy William Neill.
Who stars in Sherlock Holmes Faces Death?
The principal cast of Sherlock Holmes Faces Death includes Basil Rathbone, Nigel Bruce, Dennis Hoey, Hillary Brooke, Mary Gordon.
When was Sherlock Holmes Faces Death released and how long is it?
Sherlock Holmes Faces Death was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Sherlock Holmes Faces Death?
Sherlock Holmes Faces Death holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).