Dressed to Kill 1946
“Queen…of a crime cult!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 72 minutes
- Director
- Roy William Neill
- Network
- Universal Pictures
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel
What is Dressed to Kill?
Dressed to Kill is a 1946 American mystery film directed by Roy William Neill and released by Universal Pictures. It is the last of fourteen films starring Basil Rathbone as Sherlock Holmes and Nigel Bruce as Doctor Watson.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1946
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 72 minutes
- Release date
- May 24, 1946
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Universal Pictures
- Genres
- Mystery, Crime, Thriller
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.7/10 from 144 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~72 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Universal Pictures
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Dressed to Kill is a 1946 American mystery film directed by Roy William Neill and released by Universal Pictures. It is the last of fourteen films starring Basil Rathbone as Sherlock Holmes and Nigel Bruce as Doctor Watson. The mystery, crime, and thriller feature has a run time of one hour and twelve minutes, and was released in the United States on May 24, 1946. The plot of the film follows a convicted thief in Dartmoor prison who hides the location of the stolen Bank of England printing plates inside three music boxes. When the innocent purchasers of the boxes start to be murdered, Holmes and Watson investigate the crimes.
Should you watch it?
“Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson investigate a deadly mystery involving three music boxes and stolen printing plates.”
- It marks the final appearance of Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce in their iconic roles.
- The plot centers on a unique and suspenseful premise involving hidden clues in music boxes.
- It is a concise mystery film with a runtime of one hour and twelve minutes.
- The film is a product of its 1946 era, which may feel dated to modern viewers accustomed to contemporary pacing.
Watch it if you are a fan of classic detective cinema and want to see the conclusion of a legendary film series.
This is a 1946 mystery film with a brisk pace and a tone consistent with mid-century crime thrillers.
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Where can I stream Dressed to Kill?
Information regarding current streaming availability is subject to change and can be verified via platforms like The Movie Database.
Is this film worth watching?
It is worth watching for fans of classic detective stories and those interested in the final performance of the Rathbone and Bruce Holmes series.
How long is the film?
The film has a runtime of one hour and twelve minutes.
Is this part of a series?
Yes, it is the final film of fourteen starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce as Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson.
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