The Hound of the Baskervilles
1939, English. Directed by Sidney Lanfield.
When a nobleman is threatened by a family curse on his newly inherited estate, detective Sherlock Holmes is hired to investigate.
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Sidney LanfieldDirector
- Richard GreeneSir Henry Baskerville
- Basil RathboneSherlock Holmes
- Wendy BarrieBeryl Stapleton
- Nigel BruceDoctor John H. Watson
- Lionel AtwillDr. James Mortimer
- John CarradineBarryman
- Barlowe BorlandFrankland
- Beryl MercerMrs. Jennifer Mortimer
- Morton LowryJohn 'Jack' Stapleton
- Ralph ForbesSir Hugo Baskerville
- E. E. CliveLondon Cabbie John Clayton
- Eily MalyonMrs. Barryman
Details
- Released
- 24 March 1939
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ernest Pascal
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What The Hound of the Baskervilles is based on
The Hound of the Baskervilles is based on The Hound of the Baskervilles, a 1902 novel by Arthur Conan Doyle, published by George Newnes Ltd.
Novel · 1902
The Hound of the Baskervilles
By Arthur Conan Doyle
Published by George Newnes Ltd
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The Hound of the Baskervilles: quick answers
What comes after The Hound of the Baskervilles?
Next in the series: The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (1939), Sherlock Holmes and the Voice of Terror (1942), and Sherlock Holmes and the Secret Weapon (1942).
Is The Hound of the Baskervilles worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 245 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Hound of the Baskervilles?
The Hound of the Baskervilles runs 80 minutes (1h 20m).
Does The Hound of the Baskervilles have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Hound of the Baskervilles. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Hound of the Baskervilles parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Hound of the Baskervilles is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Hound of the Baskervilles on?
The Hound of the Baskervilles isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Hound of the Baskervilles?
If you liked The Hound of the Baskervilles, try The Pale Blue Eye, I Am Not a Serial Killer, Crooked House.
Who directed The Hound of the Baskervilles?
The Hound of the Baskervilles (1939) was directed by Sidney Lanfield and stars Richard Greene, Basil Rathbone, Wendy Barrie.
What is The Hound of the Baskervilles based on?
The Hound of the Baskervilles is based on The Hound of the Baskervilles, a 1902 novel by Arthur Conan Doyle, published by George Newnes Ltd.