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Mystery drama

Sherlock Holmes (1932): Cast

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Sherlock Holmes is a 1932 mystery drama directed by William K. Howard, starring Clive Brook as Sherlock Holmes, Ernest Torrence and Reginald Owen. It runs 1 hour 8 minutes.

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Sherlock Holmes (1932) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 8m (68 min)
Genres
Mystery , Drama , Crime
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Sherlock Holmes About?

The premise of Sherlock Holmes without spoilers.

After being condemned to death, Moriarty vows to see Sherlock Holmes, Lt. Col. Gore‑King of Scotland Yard and the presiding judge all hanged. Holmes, who has been preparing to leave London, retire to the countryside and marry his beloved, must abandon those plans when Moriarty breaks out and sets his revenge in motion.

Sherlock Holmes Themes & Keywords

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  • character name as title
  • sherlock holmes character
  • dr. john watson character
  • professor moriarty character
  • two word title
  • prison
  • murder
  • based on a stage play
  • old bailey
  • detective
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Cast & crew

Sherlock Holmes Cast & Characters

Clive Brook leads the cast as Sherlock Holmes, with Ernest Torrence as Professor James Moriarty and Reginald Owen as Dr. Watson. Directed by William K. Howard; 12 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from William K. Howard

More films directed by William K. Howard: Johnny Come Lately, Klondike Fury, Bullets for O’Hara and The Squeaker.

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Sherlock Holmes Also Known As

Also known as “Шерлок Холмс”.

Also known as
  • Шерлок Холмс

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FAQ

Sherlock Holmes FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Sherlock Holmes, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Sherlock Holmes?

Sherlock Holmes runs 1 hour 8 minutes (68 minutes).

When was Sherlock Holmes released?

Sherlock Holmes was released on November 5, 1932.

Who directed Sherlock Holmes?

Sherlock Holmes was directed by William K. Howard.

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Who is in the cast of Sherlock Holmes?

Sherlock Holmes stars Clive Brook as Sherlock Holmes, Ernest Torrence as Professor James Moriarty and Reginald Owen as Dr. Watson, among 12 credited actors.

Does Sherlock Holmes have a post-credit scene?

No. Sherlock Holmes has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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