The Dying Detective (1921): Cast
The Dying Detective is a 1921 short crime drama directed by Maurice Elvey, starring Eille Norwood as Sherlock Holmes, Joseph R. Tozer and Hubert Willis. It runs 28 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 28 min
- Director
- Maurice Elvey
- Studio
- Stoll Picture Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Dying Detective About?
The premise of The Dying Detective without spoilers.
Sherlock Holmes, portrayed by Eille Norwood, discovers that a man has murdered a former partner, but lacks proof until he locates a dying detective who possesses the crucial truth. Norwood, who played Holmes in more than thirty films, brings an intelligent‑looking presence to the role.
The Dying Detective Themes & Keywords
· 6 tags- sherlock holmes character
- dr. john watson character
- three word title
- murder
- detective
- fatal disease
The Dying Detective Cast & Characters
Eille Norwood leads the cast as Sherlock Holmes, with Joseph R. Tozer and Hubert Willis as Dr. John Watson. Directed by Maurice Elvey; 5 actors are credited in all.
- Director Maurice Elvey
- Eille Norwood as Sherlock Holmes
- Joseph R. Tozer
- Hubert Willis as Dr. John Watson
- Cecil Humphreys
Also Starring in The Dying Detective
· 1 moreThe Dying Detective Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes: The Dying Detective” and “临终的侦探”.
- Also known as
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- The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes: The Dying Detective
- 临终的侦探
- O Detetive Moribundo
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Movies Like The Dying Detective
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Sherlock Holmes Faces Death, Sherlock Holmes and The Devil’s Foot.
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Sherlock Holmes Faces Death 1943 -
Sherlock Holmes 1932 -
The Devil’s Foot 1921 -
Dressed to Kill 1946 -
Sherlock Holmes 2009 -
Sherlock Holmes 1922 -
The Masks of Death 1984 -
The Sign of Four 1923 -
Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Silk Stocking 2004 -
Mr. Holmes 2015 -
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes 1939 -
Sherlock Holmes in New York 1976
The Dying Detective FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Dying Detective, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Dying Detective?
The Dying Detective runs 28 minutes.
When was The Dying Detective released?
The Dying Detective was released on April 8, 1921.
Who directed The Dying Detective?
The Dying Detective was directed by Maurice Elvey.
More films by Maurice Elvey Who is in the cast of The Dying Detective?
The Dying Detective stars Eille Norwood as Sherlock Holmes, Joseph R. Tozer and Hubert Willis as Dr. John Watson, among 5 credited actors.
Does The Dying Detective have a post-credit scene?
No. The Dying Detective has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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