The Scarlet Claw(1944)
“Holmes vs. Monster!”
Overview
When a woman is found dead with her throat torn out, the local villagers blame a supernatural monster. But Sherlock Holmes, who gets drawn into the case from nearby Quebec, suspects a human murderer.
Director
Roy William Neill
Studio
Universal Pictures
Cast
Basil Rathbone
as Sherlock Holmes
Nigel Bruce
as Doctor Watson
Gerald Hamer
as Potts / Tanner / Ramson
Paul Cavanagh
as Lord Penrose
Arthur Hohl
as Emile Journet
Miles Mander
as Judge Brisson
Kay Harding
as Marie Journet
David Clyde
as Police Sergeant Thompson
Ian Wolfe
as Drake
Victoria Horne
as Nora
Al Ferguson
as Attendant (uncredited)
Olaf Hytten
as Hotel Day Desk Clerk (uncredited)
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1944
Runtime
1h 14m
Language
English
Rating
6.9 / 10
Production Companies
Universal Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Scarlet Claw?▼
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What is The Scarlet Claw about?▼
When a woman is found dead with her throat torn out, the local villagers blame a supernatural monster. But Sherlock Holmes, who gets drawn into the case from nearby Quebec, suspects a human murderer.
Who directed The Scarlet Claw?▼
The Scarlet Claw was directed by Roy William Neill and released in 1944. It is a mystery, crime, thriller film.
How long is The Scarlet Claw?▼
The Scarlet Claw has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
Who stars in The Scarlet Claw?▼
The cast of The Scarlet Claw includes Basil Rathbone as Sherlock Holmes, Nigel Bruce as Doctor Watson, Gerald Hamer as Potts / Tanner / Ramson, Paul Cavanagh as Lord Penrose, Arthur Hohl as Emile Journet and more.
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