Sherlock Holmes Faces Death
NR 1943 · 68 min · ★ 6.9 · Mystery, Crime, Thriller
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.
Directed by Roy William Neill · Written by Bertram Millhauser
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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
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