The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes
"Anything But Elementary."
Originally released in 1970. The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes is a adventure/mystery film. directed by Billy Wilder. With a runtime of 2h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Robert Stephens, Colin Blakely, and Geneviève Page
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 29, 1970
55 years ago
Runtime
2h 5m
125 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (319 votes)
Budget
$10M
Production budget
Box Office
$1.5M
0.2x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Robert Stephens
as Sherlock Holmes
Colin Blakely
as Dr. John Watson
Geneviève Page
as Gabrielle Valadon
Christopher Lee
as Mycroft Holmes
Tamara Toumanova
as Madame Petrova
Clive Revill
as Nikolai Rogozhin
Irene Handl
as Mrs. Hudson
Mollie Maureen
as Queen Victoria
Stanley Holloway
as Gravedigger
Catherine Lacey
as Woman in Wheelchair
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $10,000,000
- Revenue
- $1,500,000
Production Companies
- Sir Nigel Films
- United Artists
- The Mirisch Company
- Compton Films
- Phalanx Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes about?
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.
Who directed The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes?
The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes was directed by Billy Wilder.
How long is The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes?
The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes has a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes (125 minutes total).
When was The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes released?
The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes was released on October 29, 1970 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes?
The main cast of The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes includes Robert Stephens, Colin Blakely, Geneviève Page, Christopher Lee, Tamara Toumanova.
Is The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes worth watching?
The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 319 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.