The Hound of the Baskervilles(1959)
“The Most Horror-Dripping TALE EVER WRITTEN!”
Overview
When a nobleman is threatened by a family curse on his newly inherited estate, detective Sherlock Holmes is hired to investigate.
Director
Terence Fisher
Studio
Hammer Film Productions
Cast
Peter Cushing
as Sherlock Holmes
André Morell
as Doctor Watson
Christopher Lee
as Sir Henry Baskerville
Marla Landi
as Cecile Stapleton
David Oxley
as Sir Hugo Baskerville
Francis de Wolff
as Dr. Richard Mortimer
Miles Malleson
as Bishop Frankland
Ewen Solon
as Stapleton
John Le Mesurier
as Barrymore
Helen Goss
as Mrs. Barrymore
Sam Kydd
as Perkins
Michael Hawkins
as Lord Caphill
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1959
Runtime
1h 27m
Language
German
Rating
6.8 / 10
Production Companies
Hammer Film Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Hound of the Baskervilles?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Hound of the Baskervilles (1959).
What is The Hound of the Baskervilles about?▼
When a nobleman is threatened by a family curse on his newly inherited estate, detective Sherlock Holmes is hired to investigate.
Who directed The Hound of the Baskervilles?▼
The Hound of the Baskervilles was directed by Terence Fisher and released in 1959. It is a mystery, thriller, horror film.
How long is The Hound of the Baskervilles?▼
The Hound of the Baskervilles has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
Who stars in The Hound of the Baskervilles?▼
The cast of The Hound of the Baskervilles includes Peter Cushing as Sherlock Holmes, André Morell as Doctor Watson, Christopher Lee as Sir Henry Baskerville, Marla Landi as Cecile Stapleton, David Oxley as Sir Hugo Baskerville and more.
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