A Study in Terror (1966)
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In A Study in Terror the ever popular Sherlock Holmes and his companion Dr. Watson search for the Victorian serial killerJack the Ripper in this well-made and exciting mystery produced, written and directed by James Hill. In this adaptation of the popular character created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Holmes (John Neville) aided by Dr. Watson (Donald Houston) and his brother Mycroft (Robert Morley) are called in to help catch the crazed killer of prostitutes. This film combines all the elements beloved by fans of Sherlock Holmes resulting in a satisfying and well-acted mystery. John Neville is good as the cool, logical Holmes and Robert Morley adds a nice dash of humor to liven up the story. A Study in Terror is highly recommended for fans of Sherlock Holmes and should be enjoyed by any viewer who loves vintage mysteries. ~ Linda Rasmussen, All Movie Guide
Complete Cast:
- John Neville - Sherlock Holmes
- John Fraser - Lord Edward Carfax
- Robert Morley - Mycroft Holmes
- Adrienne Corri - Angela
- Judi Dench - Sally
- Cecil Parker - Prime Minister
- Barry Jones - Duke of Shires
- Dudley Foster - Home Secretary
- Christiane Maybach - Polly Nichols
- John Cairney - Michael Osborne
- Avis Bunnage - Landlady
- Norma Foster - Liz Stride
- Donna White - 1st Streetwalker
- Donald Houston - Dr. John H. Watson
- Anthony Quayle - Dr. Murray
- Barbara Windsor - Annie Chapman
- Frank Finlay - Inspector Lestrade
- Charles Regnier - Joseph Beck
- Georgia Brown - Saloon Singer
- Terry Downes - Chunky
- Peter Carsten - Max Steiner
- Kay Walsh - Cathy Eddowes
- Edina Ronay - Mary Kelly
- Barbara Leake - Mrs. Hudson
- Patrick Newell - P.C. Benson
- Director(s):
- James H. Hill
- Writer(s):
- Donald Ford, Derek Ford
- Producer(s):
- Henry Lester
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