The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes

The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes

1937 · 106 min · ★ 7.3 · Comedy, Crime

Two dubious characters disguise themselves as Holmes and Watson to gain attention and end up chasing counterfeiters and stolen stamps.

Directed by Karl Hartl · Written by Karl Hartl

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