Sherlock Holmes Movies
Welcome to Sherlock Holmes Movies — a curated library of full-length public-domain Sherlock Holmes films, streamed free from our official YouTube channel @SherlockHolmesChannel. Enjoy Basil Rathbone classics, rare Arthur Wontner gems, and historic silent Holmes adaptations, all collected here for fans around the world.
The Woman in Green (1945) — Basil Rathbone & Nigel Bruce
Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce return as Holmes and Watson in a hypnotic murder mystery entangling Lydia Marlowe and the sinister Professor Moriarty. Moody, fast-paced, and among the most memorable late-era entries — now free to stream.
Dressed to Kill (1946) — Basil Rathbone & Nigel Bruce
The final film in Rathbone’s Holmes series, Dressed to Kill (1946) follows the case of three music boxes, each hiding a secret that ruthless killers will stop at nothing to obtain. A stylish and fitting farewell to cinema’s definitive detective duo.
Terror by Night (1946) — Basil Rathbone & Nigel Bruce
Set aboard a speeding train, Terror by Night (1946) throws Holmes into a race against time to recover a stolen diamond and unmask a killer. One of the most thrilling and fast-paced entries in the Rathbone series.
Sherlock Holmes and the Secret Weapon (1942) — Basil Rathbone & Nigel Bruce
In this wartime thriller, Holmes protects a scientist whose invention — a bombsight — could tip the balance of the war. But with Professor Moriarty scheming to seize it for the Nazis, Holmes faces one of his deadliest challenges.
Sherlock Holmes in Washington (1943) — Basil Rathbone & Nigel Bruce
Holmes and Watson cross the Atlantic to Washington D.C. to prevent Nazi agents from intercepting a top-secret document. A gripping blend of espionage and deduction, directed by Roy William Neill.
Sherlock Holmes (1922) — John Barrymore
One of the earliest feature-length adaptations of Conan Doyle’s detective. John Barrymore stars as a young Holmes in this atmospheric silent film, complete with intertitles and moody cinematography. Once thought lost, it was rediscovered and restored decades later.
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Discover more classics including The Triumph of Sherlock Holmes (1935), Silver Blaze (1937), and The Speckled Band (1931). New films are added regularly from our official channel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sherlock Holmes Movies
Are Sherlock Holmes movies in the public domain?
Many films from the 1930s and 1940s, including Basil Rathbone titles like The Woman in Green, Dressed to Kill, Terror by Night, Sherlock Holmes and the Secret Weapon, and Sherlock Holmes in Washington, are believed to be in the public domain. Silent films like John Barrymore’s Sherlock Holmes (1922) are also widely considered public domain.
Where can I watch Basil Rathbone Sherlock Holmes movies online?
Right here on Sherlock Holmes Movies and on our official YouTube channel @SherlockHolmesChannel.
Which Sherlock Holmes movies are available to stream?
Currently featured: The Woman in Green (1945), Dressed to Kill (1946), Terror by Night (1946), Sherlock Holmes and the Secret Weapon (1942), Sherlock Holmes in Washington (1943), and Sherlock Holmes (1922).
Are Sherlock Holmes movies free to watch?
Yes. All films on Sherlock Holmes Movies are free to stream and are believed to be in the public domain. No subscription is required.
Did Sherlock Holmes ever appear in wartime movies?
Yes. Universal Pictures set several Basil Rathbone Sherlock Holmes films during World War II, including Sherlock Holmes and the Secret Weapon (1942) and Sherlock Holmes in Washington (1943).
Disclaimer: All films featured on Sherlock Holmes Movies are believed to be in the public domain. If you are a rights holder and believe otherwise, please contact us.
