Sherlock Holmes Faces Death
1943, English. Directed by Roy William Neill.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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6.9/10 from 103 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Sherlock Holmes (Basil Rathbone): watch order
Cast & crew
- Roy William NeillDirector
- Basil RathboneSherlock Holmes
- Nigel BruceDoctor Watson
- Dennis HoeyInspector Lestrade
- Hillary BrookeSally Musgrave
- Mary GordonMrs. Hudson
- Halliwell HobbesAlfred Brunton, the butler
- Milburn StoneCapt. Pat Vickery
- Minna PhillipsMrs. Howells
- Arthur MargetsonDr. Bob Sexton
- Gavin MuirPhillip Musgrave
- Frederick WorlockGeoffrey Musgrave
- Norma VardenGracie the Barmaid
Details
- Released
- 17 September 1943
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Bertram Millhauser, Arthur Conan Doyle
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What Sherlock Holmes Faces Death is based on
Sherlock Holmes Faces Death is based on The Adventure of the Musgrave Ritual, a novel by Arthur Conan Doyle.
Novel
The Adventure of the Musgrave Ritual
By Arthur Conan Doyle
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Watch before Sherlock Holmes Faces Death
In release order. The films it follows, and anything it builds on.
The Hound of the Baskervilles
1939 · 7.1/10
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The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
1939 · 6.9/10
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Sherlock Holmes and the Voice of Terror
1942 · 6.5/10
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Sherlock Holmes and the Secret Weapon
1942 · 6.4/10
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Sherlock Holmes in Washington
1943 · 6.7/10
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What comes next in the series.
The Spider Woman
1943 · 7.0/10
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The Scarlet Claw
1944 · 7.0/10
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The Pearl of Death
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Sherlock Holmes Faces Death: quick answers
What should I watch before Sherlock Holmes Faces Death?
Watch The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (1939), Sherlock Holmes and the Voice of Terror (1942), Sherlock Holmes and the Secret Weapon (1942), and Sherlock Holmes in Washington (1943) first, plus 1 earlier title listed on this page.
What comes after Sherlock Holmes Faces Death?
Next in the series: The Spider Woman (1943), The Scarlet Claw (1944), and The Pearl of Death (1944).
Is Sherlock Holmes Faces Death worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 103 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Sherlock Holmes Faces Death?
Sherlock Holmes Faces Death runs 68 minutes (1h 8m).
Does Sherlock Holmes Faces Death have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Sherlock Holmes Faces Death. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Sherlock Holmes Faces Death parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Sherlock Holmes Faces Death is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Sherlock Holmes Faces Death on?
Sherlock Holmes Faces Death 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 Faces Death?
If you liked Sherlock Holmes Faces Death, try The House of Fear, The Hound of the Baskervilles, The Sign of Four.
Who directed Sherlock Holmes Faces Death?
Sherlock Holmes Faces Death (1943) was directed by Roy William Neill and stars Basil Rathbone, Nigel Bruce, Dennis Hoey.
What is Sherlock Holmes Faces Death based on?
Sherlock Holmes Faces Death is based on The Adventure of the Musgrave Ritual, a novel by Arthur Conan Doyle.