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Young Sherlock Holmes (1985)

โ€œBefore a lifetime of adventure, they lived the adventure of a lifetime.โ€

6.8/10 ยท 717 votes 1h 49m pg-13 AdventureThrillerMystery

#28 of 67 films from 1985 #717 of 1617 in adventure

Directed by Barry Levinson ยท Written by Chris Columbus

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Overview

Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson meet as boys in an English Boarding school. Holmes is known for his deductive ability even as a youth, amazing his classmates with his abilities. When they discover a plot to murder a series of British business men by an Egyptian cult, they move to stop it.

Cast

Nicholas Roweas Sherlock Holmes
Alan Coxas John Watson
Sophie Wardas Elizabeth Hardy
Anthony Higginsas Professor Rathe
Susan Fleetwoodas Mrs. Dribb
Roger Ashton-Griffithsas Det. Sgt. Lestrade
Matthew Ryanas Dudley's Friend
Earl Rhodesas Dudley
Freddie Jonesas Chester Cragwitch
Patrick Newellas Bentley Booster
Nadim Sawalhaas Khasek - Lower Nile Tavern Owner
Nigel Stockas Rupert T. Waxflatter
Brian Oultonas Master Snelgrove
Donald Ecclesas The Reverend Duncan Nesbitt

Facts

Release dateDecember 4, 1985
Runtime109 min (1h 49m) โ€” about the same as the 1985 average of 104 min
GenresAdventure, Thriller, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$18,000,000
Box office$63,700,000 (3.5ร— budget)
IMDbtt0090357

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Questions

How long is Young Sherlock Holmes?
Young Sherlock Holmes runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Is Young Sherlock Holmes worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 717 votes, which places it #28 of 67 films released in 1985 in this index (top 60%) and #717 among 1617 adventure titles.
Who directed Young Sherlock Holmes?
Young Sherlock Holmes was directed by Barry Levinson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Rain Man (1988), Sleepers (1996), Good Morning, Vietnam (1987).
Who stars in Young Sherlock Holmes?
Nicholas Rowe as Sherlock Holmes; Alan Cox as John Watson; Sophie Ward as Elizabeth Hardy; Anthony Higgins as Professor Rathe; Susan Fleetwood as Mrs. Dribb; Roger Ashton-Griffiths as Det. Sgt. Lestrade.
What is Young Sherlock Holmes rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Young Sherlock Holmes?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/6166.

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