They Might Be Giants
“When they reach out for each other... they touch every heart... with warmth, charm and laughter!”
1971•G•1h 38m•7.0•Released
ComedyMystery
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.
Director
Anthony Harvey
Writer
James Goldman
Languages
English
Studio
Universal Pictures
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
Kitty Winn
Grace
F. Murray Abraham
Clyde (the usher)
Paul Benedict
Chestnut Man
M. Emmet Walsh
1st Sanitation Man
Ron Weyand
Dr. Strauss
Oliver Clark
Mr. Small
Jenny Egan
Miss Finch
Production
Company
Universal Pictures
Company
Newman-Foreman Company
Producer
John Foreman
Producer
Paul Newman
Producer
Jennings Lang
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