Movie

The Pearl of Death

“The master minds tackle the master crimes!”

★ 7.1(100)19441h 9m

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Good to know

Director: Roy William Neill
Release date: 1944-08-01
Runtime: 1h 9m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Universal Pictures
Part of: Sherlock Holmes (Basil Rathbone) Collection

The Pearl of Death — trailer

About The Pearl of Death

The Pearl of Death is a 1944 movie in the Thriller, Mystery and Crime genres, directed by Roy William Neill, starring Basil Rathbone, Nigel Bruce and Dennis Hoey. It has a runtime of 1 hour 9 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 100 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Pearl of Death in Hong Kong — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The famous Borgia Pearl, a valuable gem with a history of bringing murder and misfortune to its owner since the days of the Borgias, is brought to London, thanks in part to Sherlock Holmes. But before long the jewel is stolen, due to an error on Holmes' part, and shortly thereafter, a series of horrible murders begin, the murderer leaving his victims with their spines snapped and surrounded by a mass of smashed china.

Cast

Basil Rathbone

Sherlock Holmes

Nigel Bruce

Dr. John Watson

Dennis Hoey

Inspector Lestrade

Evelyn Ankers

Naomi Drake

Miles Mander

Giles Conover

Ian Wolfe

Amos Hodder

Charles Francis

Francis Digby, curator

Holmes Herbert

James Goodram, courier

Richard Aherne

Museum Guard Bates

Mary Gordon

Mrs. Hudson

Rondo Hatton

The Hoxton Creeper

Harry Cording

George Gelder (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

museumocean linermurderblack and whiteseries of murdersart galleryprivate detectivedoverstolen jewelsherlock holmes

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Pearl of Death in Hong Kong?+

The Pearl of Death is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Hong Kong. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Pearl of Death on Netflix?+

The Pearl of Death is not on Netflix in Hong Kong right now.

How long is The Pearl of Death?+

The Pearl of Death has a runtime of 1 hour 9 minutes (69 minutes).

Who stars in The Pearl of Death?+

The Pearl of Death stars Basil Rathbone, Nigel Bruce, Dennis Hoey, Evelyn Ankers and Miles Mander.

When did The Pearl of Death come out?+

The Pearl of Death is a 1944 movie directed by Roy William Neill.

What genre is The Pearl of Death?+

The Pearl of Death is Thriller, Mystery and Crime film.

Who directed The Pearl of Death?+

The Pearl of Death was directed by Roy William Neill.