Sherlock Holmes in Washington
1943, English. Directed by Roy William Neill.
The Mystery Master in America!
In World War II, a British secret agent carrying a vitally important document is kidnapped en route to Washington. The British government calls on Sherlock Holmes to recover it.
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 91 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Roy William NeillDirector
- Basil RathboneSherlock Holmes
- Nigel BruceDoctor Watson
- Marjorie LordNancy Partridge
- Henry DaniellWilliam Easter
- George ZuccoHeinrich Hinckel aka Richard Stanley
- John ArcherNaval Lt. Pete Merriam
- Gavin MuirMr. Lang, government agent
- Edmund MacDonaldDetective Lt. Grogan
- Don TerryHowe
- Mary GordonMrs. Hudson
- Bradley PageCady
- Clarence MuseGeorge
Details
- Released
- 24 March 1943
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Bertram Millhauser, Lynn Riggs
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In release order. The films it follows, and anything it builds on.
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The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
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Sherlock Holmes and the Voice of Terror
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Sherlock Holmes and the Secret Weapon
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Sherlock Holmes Faces Death
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The Pearl of Death
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The Woman in Green
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Sherlock Holmes in Washington: quick answers
What should I watch before Sherlock Holmes in Washington?
Watch The Hound of the Baskervilles (1939), The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (1939), Sherlock Holmes and the Voice of Terror (1942), and Sherlock Holmes and the Secret Weapon (1942) first.
What comes after Sherlock Holmes in Washington?
Next in the series: Sherlock Holmes Faces Death (1943), The Spider Woman (1943), and The Scarlet Claw (1944).
Is Sherlock Holmes in Washington worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 91 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Sherlock Holmes in Washington?
Sherlock Holmes in Washington runs 71 minutes (1h 11m).
Does Sherlock Holmes in Washington have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Sherlock Holmes in Washington. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Sherlock Holmes in Washington parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Sherlock Holmes in Washington on?
Sherlock Holmes in Washington isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Sherlock Holmes in Washington?
If you liked Sherlock Holmes in Washington, try Sherlock Holmes Faces Death, The Scarlet Claw, The House of Fear.
Who directed Sherlock Holmes in Washington?
Sherlock Holmes in Washington (1943) was directed by Roy William Neill and stars Basil Rathbone, Nigel Bruce, Marjorie Lord.