The Sign of Four

1983 1h 37m EN

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★6.5TMDB · 26

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Synopsis

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Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson try to track down the Great Mogul, the second-largest diamond in the world.

“Some stories are better left unspoiled.”

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Cast

Ian Richardson
Sherlock Holmes
David Healy
Dr. John Watson
Thorley Walters
Major John Sholto
Michael O'Hagan
Mordecai Smith
Cherie Lunghi
Mary Morstan
Joe Melia
Jonathan Small
Terence Rigby
Inspector Layton
Clive Merrison
Bartholomew Sholto

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Desmond Davis
Writers: Charles Edward Pogue
Languages: French, English
Countries: United Kingdom

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ERA

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43 years old — old enough to be someone's favourite childhood film.

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WORLD

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Dialogue crosses 2 languages: French, English.

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CINEMA

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Part of the "Sherlock Holmes (Ian Richardson) Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.

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DIRECTOR

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Directed by Desmond Davis, shot by Dennis C. Lewiston. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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CAST

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Ian Richardson and David Healy and Thorley Walters carry the top of the cast.

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WILD

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IMDB entry: tt0086310 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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7 / 7

WILD

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Only 26 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.

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Cinephile deep dive

The take

Desmond Davis directs. Dennis C. Lewiston behind the camera. Runs lean at under 100 minutes. Produced in United Kingdom. Dialogue in French, English.

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Things worth knowing

143 years old — old enough to be someone's favourite childhood film.
2Dialogue crosses 2 languages: French, English.
3Part of the "Sherlock Holmes (Ian Richardson) Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.
4Directed by Desmond Davis, shot by Dennis C. Lewiston. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
5Ian Richardson and David Healy and Thorley Walters carry the top of the cast.
6IMDB entry: tt0086310 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
7Only 26 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.

The technical file

Cinematography: Dennis C. Lewiston
Costume design: Julie Harris
Runtime: 97 min · 1h 37m
Status: Released
Original language: EN
Certification (US): NR
IMDB: The Sign of Four (1983)

Part of

Sherlock Holmes (Ian Richardson) Collection

The first film follows Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson as they locate the Great Mogul diamond, facing challenges and puzzles that test their skills. In the second film, Holmes helps his friend Henry Baskerville, threatened by a cursed lineage and a supernatural dog, combining mystery and suspense. These films appeal to fans of detective fiction and supernatural themes, showcasing Holmes and Watson's complex adventures and intellectual prowess. The first film focuses on cryptic puzzles and the second on the supernatural, highlighting Holmes' versatility. Set in Victorian London, the films' captivating cinematography and detailed set design immerse viewers in the gritty backdrop of the city's mysteries. The stunning visuals and intricate storytelling enhance the cinematic experience, making the films a must-watch for fans of thrilling mysteries and the paranormal.