Hound of the Baskervilles
Hound of the Baskervilles

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Hound of the Baskervilles

1971
Movie
155 min
Russian

When a nobleman is threatened by a family curse on his newly inherited estate, detective Sherlock Holmes is hired to investigate.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Barry MorseGenres: Mystery, Horror, Crime

Plot Summary

A superstitious doctor tells his friend Sherlock Holmes about a spectral hound that has allegedly killed members of his family for generations. Holmes and Watson travel to Dartmoor to investigate the legend and uncover a complex plot involving inheritance and murder.

Critical Reception

This television adaptation of Arthur Conan Doyle's classic Sherlock Holmes novel received moderate attention for its faithful approach to the source material and its atmospheric setting. While not as widely acclaimed as some other Holmes adaptations, it is noted for its solid performances and adherence to the original story.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its faithful adaptation of the beloved novel.

  • Noted for its atmospheric portrayal of Dartmoor.

  • Performances are generally considered competent, though not always electrifying.

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Fun Fact

This version of 'The Hound of the Baskervilles' was produced as part of the BBC's Sherlock Holmes series and is notable for its use of location filming on Dartmoor, enhancing the story's bleak and mysterious atmosphere.

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