They Might Be Giants (1971)

  • G
  • 06/09/1971 (US)
  • Comedy, Mystery
  • 1h 38m

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

Overview

After the death of his wife, wealthy retiree 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.

Anthony Harvey

Director

James Goldman

Screenplay

Arthur Conan Doyle

Characters

Cast

George C. Scott's headshot

George C. Scott

Justin Playfair
Joanne Woodward's headshot

Joanne Woodward

Dr. Mildred Watson
Jack Gilford's headshot

Jack Gilford

Wilbur Peabody
Lester Rawlins's headshot

Lester Rawlins

Blevins Playfair
Al Lewis's headshot

Al Lewis

Messenger
Rue McClanahan's headshot

Rue McClanahan

Daisy Playfair
Theresa Merritt's headshot

Theresa Merritt

Peggy
James Tolkan's headshot

James Tolkan

Mr. Brown

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