They Might Be Giants
1971, Film, 98 min, Comedy, Mystery, Romance, English, United States, MoviePedia score 67
When they reach out for each other... they touch every heart... with warmth, charm and laughter!
After the death of his wife, retired judge Justin Playfair creates a fantasy world for himself in which he is the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes, even dressing like the character. Out of concern for Justin's money more than his health, his brother Blevins puts him under the care of psychiatrist Dr. Mildred Watson. As Dr. Watson grows fond of Justin, she begins to play along with his theories, eventually becoming an assistant in his investigations.
Directed by Anthony Harvey
Cast
- George C. Scott as Justin Playfair aka Sherlock Holmes
- Joanne Woodward as Dr. Mildred Watson
- Jack Gilford as Wilbur Peabody
- Lester Rawlins as Blevins Playfair
- Al Lewis as Messenger
- Rue McClanahan as Daisy Playfair
- Ron Weyand as Dr. Strauss
- Oliver Clark as Mr. Small
- Theresa Merritt as Peggy
- Jenny Egan as Miss Finch
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