The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1937, The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes is a comedy and crime film directed by Karl Hartl, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. Two out-of-work private detectives disguise themselves as Holmes and Watson to gain attention and end up chasing counterfeiters and stolen stamps.
Who’s in it. The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes stars Hans Albers as Sherlock Holmes / Morris Flint, Heinz Rühmann as Dr. John H. Watson / Macky McPherson, Marieluise Claudius as Mary Berry and Hansi Knoteck as Jane Berry, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes worth watching?
- The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes?
- The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes stars Hans Albers, Heinz Rühmann, Marieluise Claudius, Hansi Knoteck and Günther Ballier.
- When was The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes released?
- The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.