Young Sherlock Holmes

Before a lifetime of adventure, they lived the adventure of a lifetime.

19851h 49m6.8(737 votes)

MysteryAdventureThriller

Synopsis

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.

Young Sherlock Holmes (1985) is a mystery, adventure, and thriller film directed by Barry Levinson. It stars Nicholas Rowe, Alan Cox, and Sophie Ward. The film runs for 1 hour 49 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.8 out of 10 from 737 votes.

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Director

Barry Levinson

Cast

Nicholas Rowe

Sherlock Holmes

Alan Cox

John Watson

Sophie Ward

Elizabeth Hardy

Anthony Higgins

Professor Rathe

Susan Fleetwood

Mrs. Dribb

Roger Ashton-Griffiths

Det. Sgt. Lestrade

Matthew Ryan

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Who stars in Young Sherlock Holmes?

Young Sherlock Holmes stars Nicholas Rowe, Alan Cox, Sophie Ward, and Anthony Higgins, and was directed by Barry Levinson.

How long is Young Sherlock Holmes?

Young Sherlock Holmes has a runtime of 1 hour 49 minutes.

When did Young Sherlock Holmes come out?

Young Sherlock Holmes was released in 1985.

What genre is Young Sherlock Holmes?

Young Sherlock Holmes is a mystery, adventure, and thriller film.

Is Young Sherlock Holmes worth watching?

Young Sherlock Holmes holds an average audience score of 6.8 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.