Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows
2011, English. Directed by Guy Ritchie.
The game is afoot.
There is a new criminal mastermind at large (Professor Moriarty) and not only is he Holmes’ intellectual equal, but his capacity for evil and lack of conscience may give him an advantage over the detective.
- Runtime
- 2h 9m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Guy RitchieDirector
- Robert Downey Jr.Sherlock Holmes
- Jude LawDr. John Watson
- Noomi RapaceMadam Simza Heron
- Jared HarrisProfessor James Moriarty
- Rachel McAdamsIrene Adler
- Eddie MarsanInspector Lestrade
- Kelly ReillyMary Morstan
- Stephen FryMycroft Holmes
- Paul AndersonColonel Sebastian Moran
- Geraldine JamesMrs. Hudson
- William HoustonConstable Clark
- Wolf KahlerDoctor Hoffmanstahl
Details
- Released
- 22 November 2011
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Kieran Mulroney, Michele Mulroney
- Budget
- $125M
- Box office
- $335M
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What Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows is based on
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows is based on canon of Sherlock Holmes, a bibliography by Arthur Conan Doyle.
Bibliography
canon of Sherlock Holmes
By Arthur Conan Doyle
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Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows: quick answers
What should I watch before Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows?
Watch Sherlock Holmes (2009) first.
Is Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 11,284 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows?
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows runs 129 minutes (2h 9m).
Does Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows on?
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows?
If you liked Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows, try Uncharted, Sherlock Holmes, Enola Holmes 3.
Who directed Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows?
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (2011) was directed by Guy Ritchie and stars Robert Downey Jr., Jude Law, Noomi Rapace.
What is Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows based on?
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows is based on canon of Sherlock Holmes, a bibliography by Arthur Conan Doyle.