The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes
1970, English. Directed by Billy Wilder.
Anything But Elementary.
When a bored Sherlock eagerly takes the case of Gabrielle Valladon following an attempt on her life, the search for her missing husband leads to Loch Ness and the legendary monster.
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 356 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes
The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes is streaming on MGM Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
- Billy WilderDirector
- Robert StephensSherlock Holmes
- Colin BlakelyDr. John Watson
- Geneviève PageGabrielle Valadon
- Christopher LeeMycroft Holmes
- Tamara ToumanovaMadame Petrova
- Clive RevillNikolai Rogozhin
- Irene HandlMrs. Hudson
- Mollie MaureenQueen Victoria
- Stanley HollowayGravedigger
- Catherine LaceyWoman in Wheelchair
- Peter MaddenVon Tirpitz
- Michael BalfourCabby
Details
- Released
- 29 October 1970
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Billy Wilder, I. A. L. Diamond
- Budget
- $10M
- Box office
- $1.5M
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The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes: quick answers
Is The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 356 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes?
The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes runs 125 minutes (2h 5m).
Does The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes on?
The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes is streaming on MGM Plus in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes?
If you liked The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes, try Confess, Fletch, Shadows and Fog, Ca$h.
Who directed The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes?
The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes (1970) was directed by Billy Wilder and stars Robert Stephens, Colin Blakely, Geneviève Page.