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Released
1921 · FILM

The Dying Detective

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CrimeDramaMystery

Synopsis

In this Sherlock Holmes film, Eille Norwood portrays the detective as he investigates a case involving a man accused of killing a former business partner. Holmes is aware of the suspect's guilt but lacks the evidence needed to prove it, unless he can locate a dying detective who holds the key to the truth. Norwood would go on to play Holmes in over thirty films, and in this performance, he brings an intelligent and discerning presence to the role.

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Principal cast & crew: 9

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Shot by Germain Burger

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