Pursuit to Algiers
1945, English. Directed by Roy William Neill.
After the King of Rovenia has been assassinated, Holmes and Watson are engaged to escort his son to Europe via Algiers, aboard a transatlantic ocean liner which also carries a number of suspicious persons, any of whom may be involved in a plot to also assassinate him.
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 87 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Sherlock Holmes (Basil Rathbone): watch order
Cast & crew
- Roy William NeillDirector
- Basil RathboneSherlock Holmes
- Nigel BruceDoctor Watson
- Marjorie RiordanSheila Woodbury
- Rosalind IvanAgatha Dunham
- Morton LowrySteward
- Leslie VincentNikolas Watson
- Martin KosleckMirko
- Rex EvansGregor
- John AbbottJodri
- Gerald HamerKingston
- William 'Wee Willie' DavisGubek
- Frederick WorlockPrime Minister
Details
- Released
- 26 October 1945
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Leonard Lee
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Sherlock Holmes and the Secret Weapon
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Sherlock Holmes in Washington
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Sherlock Holmes Faces Death
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The Spider Woman
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The Scarlet Claw
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The Pearl of Death
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The House of Fear
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The Woman in Green
1945 · 6.5/10
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Pursuit to Algiers: quick answers
What should I watch before Pursuit to Algiers?
Watch The Scarlet Claw (1944), The Pearl of Death (1944), The House of Fear (1945), and The Woman in Green (1945) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after Pursuit to Algiers?
Next in the series: Terror by Night (1946) and Dressed to Kill (1946).
Is Pursuit to Algiers worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 87 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Pursuit to Algiers?
Pursuit to Algiers runs 65 minutes (1h 5m).
Does Pursuit to Algiers have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Pursuit to Algiers. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Pursuit to Algiers parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Pursuit to Algiers is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Pursuit to Algiers on?
Pursuit to Algiers isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Pursuit to Algiers?
If you liked Pursuit to Algiers, try Terror by Night, The Woman in Green, The Scarlet Claw.
Who directed Pursuit to Algiers?
Pursuit to Algiers (1945) was directed by Roy William Neill and stars Basil Rathbone, Nigel Bruce, Marjorie Riordan.