The Hound of the Baskervilles
The Hound of the Baskervilles

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The Hound of the Baskervilles

1983
Movie
100 min
English

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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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Michael Owen WardleGenres: Mystery, Horror, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A television adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's famous Sherlock Holmes story. The brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes and his loyal companion Dr. Watson investigate a series of mysterious deaths plaguing the Baskerville family on their fog-shrouded Devonshire estate. They uncover an ancient family curse involving a monstrous, spectral hound that is said to roam the moors, preying on unsuspecting heirs.

Critical Reception

This adaptation is often regarded as a faithful, atmospheric rendition of the classic tale. While not as widely recognized as some other Sherlock Holmes adaptations, it is appreciated for its period detail and solid performances, particularly Ian Richardson's portrayal of Holmes. It captures the eerie mood of the novel effectively.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its faithful adaptation of the beloved novel.

  • Ian Richardson delivers a compelling performance as Sherlock Holmes.

  • Captures the eerie and suspenseful atmosphere of the moors.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

This version was part of a larger series of Sherlock Holmes adaptations produced for television in the early 1980s, often featuring different actors in the lead roles.

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CinemaSerf

Ian Richardson delivers quite engagingly here as Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s fastidious detective “Sherlock Holmes” but I didn’t get so much from Donald Churchill’s contributions as his crucial sidekick “Dr. Watson” in this adapted for televis...