They Might Be Giants
Movie
1971
G
1 HOUR 31 MINS
Comedy
After the death of his wife, a wealthy retiree creates a fantasy world for himself in which he is the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes, even dressing like the character.
Cast & Crew
George C. Scott Justin Playfair
Joanne Woodward Dr. Mildred Watson
Jack Gilford Wilbur Peabody
Lester Rawlins Blevins Playfair
Al Lewis Messenger
Rue McClanahan Daisy Playfair
Ron Weyand Dr. Strauss
Oliver Clark Mr. Small
Theresa Merritt Peggy
Jenny Egan Miss Finch
Anthony Harvey Director
James Goldman Screenwriter
John Foreman Producer
Jennings Lang Producer
Paul Newman Producer
Victor J. Kemper Cinematography
Gerald B. Greenberg Film Editing
John Barry Original Music
John Robert Lloyd Production Design
Herbert F. Mulligan Set Decoration
Fern Buchner Costume Design
Ann Roth Costume Design
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