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They Might Be Giants

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

★ 6.9 / 10 (61 votes)June 9, 197198 minEN
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.

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Movie facts

Release dateJune 9, 1971
StatusReleased
Runtime98 min
Rating★ 6.9 / 10
CertificationG
Original languageEnglish
CountryUnited States of America
Budget—
Revenue—
ProductionUniversal Pictures, Newman-Foreman Company
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Crew

Director

Anthony Harvey

Writers

James Goldman

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Cast

George C. ScottGeorge C. ScottJustin Playfair
Joanne WoodwardJoanne WoodwardDr. Mildred Watson
Jack GilfordJack GilfordWilbur Peabody
Lester RawlinsLester RawlinsBlevins Playfair
Al LewisAl LewisMessenger
Rue McClanahanRue McClanahanDaisy Playfair
Theresa MerrittTheresa MerrittPeggy
James TolkanJames TolkanMr. Brown
Kitty WinnKitty WinnGrace
F. Murray AbrahamF. Murray AbrahamClyde (the usher)
Paul BenedictPaul BenedictChestnut Man
M. Emmet WalshM. Emmet Walsh1st Sanitation Man
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