They Might Be Giants

They Might Be Giants (1971)

When they reach out for each other... they touch every heart... with warmth, charm and laughter!

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.

Date of release
1971-06-09
TMDB
6.9 / 10 (60)
Runtime
1h 38m
Genres
Comedy, Mystery
Director
Anthony Harvey

Casting

  • 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
  • Kitty Winn — Grace
  • F. Murray Abraham — Clyde (the usher)
  • Paul Benedict — Chestnut Man
  • M. Emmet Walsh — 1st Sanitation Man

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