The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson: Hunting the Tiger
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson: Hunting the Tiger

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson: Hunting the Tiger

1980
Movie
65 min
Russian

Dr. Watson executes Sherlock Holmes' will, who faced death after exposing Moriarty and his gang in the previous episode.

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IMDb8.2/10
Director: Igor MaslennikovGenres: Mystery, Crime, Detective, Adventure, TV Series

Plot Summary

In this installment of the beloved Soviet series, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are drawn into a complex case involving a stolen tiger skin and a series of puzzling events. The duo must unravel a web of deception and danger that leads them to exotic locations and puts them face-to-face with a cunning adversary.

Critical Reception

The 'Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson' series, including 'Hunting the Tiger', is widely acclaimed for its faithful adaptation of Conan Doyle's stories, excellent performances by Livanov and Solomin, and atmospheric direction. It is considered a classic of Soviet cinema and a definitive on-screen portrayal of Holmes and Watson.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic portrayal of Victorian London and the iconic characters.
  • Lauded for intricate plotting and suspenseful storytelling.
  • Celebrated for the superb chemistry between the lead actors.

Google audience: While specific Google user ratings for this particular episode are not readily available, the series as a whole is highly regarded by audiences for its intelligence, character depth, and faithful adaptations of the original stories.

Awards & Accolades

Vasily Livanov received the Order of the British Empire for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes.

Fun Fact

The distinctive Baker Street 221B set was meticulously recreated, becoming one of the most accurate on-screen interpretations of Holmes's famous residence.

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