A Study in Scarlet
Originally released in 1933. A Study in Scarlet is a crime/mystery film. directed by Edwin L. Marin. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Reginald Owen, June Clyde, and Alan Mowbray
Synopsis
In London, a secret society led by lawyer Thaddeus Merrydew collects the assets of any of its deceased members and divides them among the remaining members. Society members start dropping like flies. Sherlock Holmes is approached by member James Murphy's widow, who is miffed at being left penniless by her husband. When Captain Pyke is shot, Holmes keys in on his mysterious Chinese widow as well as the shady Merrydew. Other members keep dying: Malcom Dearing first, then Mr. Baker. There is also an attempt on the life of young Eileen Forrester, who became a reluctant society member upon the death of her father. Holmes' uncanny observations and insights are put to the test.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 14, 1933
92 years ago
Runtime
1h 12m
72 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (31 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Reginald Owen
as Sherlock Holmes
June Clyde
as Eileen Forrester
Alan Mowbray
as Lestrade
Warburton Gamble
as Dr. Watson
Doris Lloyd
as Mrs. Annabel Mary Murphy
John Warburton
as John Stanford
Leila Bennett
as Daffy Dolly
J.M. Kerrigan
as Jabez Wilson
Alan Dinehart
as Merrydew
Anna May Wong
as Mrs. Pyke
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Fox Film Corporation
- K.B.S. Productions Inc.
- Sono Art-World Wide Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Study in Scarlet about?
In London, a secret society led by lawyer Thaddeus Merrydew collects the assets of any of its deceased members and divides them among the remaining members. Society members start dropping like flie...
Who directed A Study in Scarlet?
A Study in Scarlet was directed by Edwin L. Marin.
How long is A Study in Scarlet?
A Study in Scarlet has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).
When was A Study in Scarlet released?
A Study in Scarlet was released on May 14, 1933 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Study in Scarlet?
The main cast of A Study in Scarlet includes Reginald Owen, June Clyde, Alan Mowbray, Warburton Gamble, Doris Lloyd.