Sherlock Holmes: Greatest Mysteries: The Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes / Dressed To Kill / Murder At (1954)

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The Legacy of the investigative mastermind Sherlock Holmes has transcended through three centuries and appeared in books, television series, films and so much more. This deluxe 5 DVD collection features 8 feature films and the entire 39 episode American television series featuring Sir Arthur Canon Doyle's master sleuth in some of his greatest mysteries and adventures. THE ADVENTURES OF SHERLOCK HOLMES Starring Roland Howard as Sherlock Holmes Follow the adventures of master detective Sherlock Holmes (Roland Howard) and his faithful assistant Dr. Watson (Howard Marion-Crawford) as they solve one baffling case after another with the aid of the bumbling Inspector Lestrade (Archie Duncan). Including the entire 39 episode series, this engaging television show infuses the wonderful Holmes mysteries with fresh energy and vigor, providing hours of captivating entertaimment. BONUS: Featuring introductions by Christoper Lee who reinvigorated the role of Holmes in later features. FEATURE FILMS THE SIGN OF THE FOUR (1932) - B & W - 75 Minutes Starring Arthur Wontner Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson (Ian Hunter) are determined to protect Mary Morstan (Isla Bevan), a frightened young woman who is threatened by an escaped murderer. THE TRIUMPH OF SHERLOCK HOLMES (1935) - B & W - 75 Minutes Starring Arthur Wontner Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson (Ian Fleming) travel to Birlstone Castle to unravel a mysterious murder which leads to a secret American society of coal-miners called the Scowlers. MURDER AT THE BASKERVILLES (1937) - B & W - 71 Minutes Starring Arthur Wontner Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson (Ian Fleming) are on vacation and pay a visit to Baskerville Manor to solve the kidnapping of Sir Henry's prized horse. Silver Blaze, and the murder of the young stable boy. THE WOMAN IN GREEN (1945) - B & W - 65 Minutes Starring Basil Rathbone Sherlock Holmes and his partner Dr. Watson (Nigel Bruce) are attempting to help Scotland Yard in solving a series of strange, seemingly random murders. A STUDY IN SCARLET (1933) - B & W - 77 Minutes Starring Reginald Owen Sherlock Holmes is charged with investigating the slayings of members of an organization known as "The Scarlet Ring". When he visits the stately home Mrs. Pyke (Anna May Wong), the widow of one of the deceased victims, Holmes must face his ultimate challenge. SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE SECRET WEAPON (1943) - B & W - 68 Minutes Starring Basil Rathbone Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson (Nigel Bruce) are searching for a kidnapped scientist whose invention may decide the fate of World War II where both the Allies and the Nazis are in a desperate race to possess it for their own benefit. TERROR BY NIGHT (1946) - B & W - 59 Minutes Starring Basil Rathbone Sherlock Holmes has been commissioned to track down the thieves of the fabulous Star of Rhodesia diamond that is owned by Lady Margaret Carstairs (Mary Forbes) and find those responsible for the murder of her son. DRESSED TO KILL (1946) - B & W - 108 Minutes Starring Basil Rathbone Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson (Nigel Bruce) are on the trail of a plot that threatens to destroy the financial fabric of England.