Movie

Hands of a Murderer

“Can Sherlock Holmes resist the ultimate challenge?”

★ 6.7(12)19901h 30m

Adventure Action Thriller Mystery TV Movie

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Good to know

Director: Stuart Orme
Release date: 1990-05-16
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Greeen Pond Productions

About Hands of a Murderer

Hands of a Murderer is a 1990 movie in the Adventure, Action and Thriller genres, directed by Stuart Orme, starring Edward Woodward, John Hillerman and Anthony Andrews. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 12 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Hands of a Murderer in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Sherlock Holmes must track down his nemesis, Professor Moriarty, after the villain kidnaps Holmes' brother, Mycroft. The evil doctor is forcing his captive to decode highly classified military documents.

Cast

Edward Woodward

Sherlock Holmes

John Hillerman

Dr. John Watson

Anthony Andrews

Prof. James Moriarty

Kim Thomson

Sophie DeVere

Peter Jeffrey

Mycroft Holmes

Warren Clarke

Col. Gould

Terence Lodge

Inspector Lestrade

Christopher Fairbank

Jeremy Stubb

Harry Audley

Richard Farrington

David Sibley

Finch

John Tordoff

Berton

Nickolas Grace

Oberstein

Themes & keywords

sherlock holmes

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Hands of a Murderer in Japan?+

Hands of a Murderer is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Japan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Hands of a Murderer on Netflix?+

Hands of a Murderer is not on Netflix in Japan right now.

How long is Hands of a Murderer?+

Hands of a Murderer has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in Hands of a Murderer?+

Hands of a Murderer stars Edward Woodward, John Hillerman, Anthony Andrews, Kim Thomson and Peter Jeffrey.

When did Hands of a Murderer come out?+

Hands of a Murderer is a 1990 movie directed by Stuart Orme.

What genre is Hands of a Murderer?+

Hands of a Murderer is Adventure, Action, Thriller, Mystery and TV Movie film.

Who directed Hands of a Murderer?+

Hands of a Murderer was directed by Stuart Orme.