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They Might Be Giants

When they reach out for each other... they touch every heart... with warmth, charm and laughter!
Jun 9, 1971 · 1h 38m
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Comedy
Mystery

PLOT

After the death of his wife, retired judge Justin Playfair creates a fantasy world for himself in which he is the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes, even dressing like the character. Out of concern for Justin's money more than his health, his brother Blevins puts him under the care of psychiatrist Dr. Mildred Watson. As Dr. Watson grows fond of Justin, she begins to play along with his theories, eventually becoming an assistant in his investigations.

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CAST

George C. Scott
Justin Playfair
Joanne Woodward
Dr. Mildred Watson
Jack Gilford
Wilbur Peabody
Lester Rawlins
Blevins Playfair
Al Lewis
Messenger
Rue McClanahan
Daisy Playfair
Theresa Merritt
Peggy
James Tolkan
Mr. Brown
Directed by Anthony Harvey

DETAILS

Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
—
Revenue
—
Production
Universal Pictures, Newman-Foreman Company
Country
US

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