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Sherlock Holmes investigates the murders commited by Jack the Ripper and discovers a conspiracy to protect the killer.Sherlock Holmes investigates the murders commited by Jack the Ripper and discovers a conspiracy to protect the killer.Sherlock Holmes investigates the murders commited by Jack the Ripper and discovers a conspiracy to protect the killer.
- Awards
- 5 wins & 5 nominations
Geneviève Bujold
- Annie Crook
- (as Genevieve Bujold)
Tedde Moore
- Mrs. Lees
- (as Teddi Moore)
- Director
- Writers
- Arthur Conan Doyle
- John Hopkins
- Elwyn Jones(book "The Ripper File")
- All cast & crew
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- TriviaPeter O'Toole was originally cast as Sherlock Holmes, and Sir Laurence Olivier was cast as Dr. Watson. The two actors had not worked well together in the past, and were unable to overcome their differences for this movie.
- GoofsHolmes calls the cab that ran him over a Hansom. He was attacked by a four-wheeled carriage, and Hansoms had two wheels. Holmes had post-traumatic amnesia, didn't remember exactly what ran him down, and assumed it was a Hansom.
- Quotes
Prime Minister Lord Salisbury: You have my word.
Sherlock Holmes: [Acidly] I would prefer some more reliable authority.
- SoundtracksGod Save the Queen
(uncredited)
Traditional
Arranged by Ivor Slaney
De Wolfe Music Ltd
Played at the opera
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The Plummer-Mason double-act is on top form
Sherlock Holmes has been played by numerous actors, the great Basil Rathbone being the best in my humble opinion, but Christopher Plummer does a fine job in this offering. There is just the right amount of sarcastic wit in his chats with Watson. James Mason is the highlight of the movie, his portrayal of Holmes' sidekick nicely judged and at times very funny. This film is so good as a result of its main cast, all of whom are talented actors. The director manages to create a chilling atmosphere at times, whilst the style of the film is nicely British. Murder by Decree demonstrates how the Brits can hold their own in a world of Hollywood domination. Its worth a look any day.
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- Sherlock Holmes and Saucy Jack
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- CA$5,000,000 (estimated)
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