Movie poster for They Might Be Giants
TMDb Rating
7.0/10

55 verified votes

They Might Be Giants (1971)

ComedyMystery
98 min

"When they reach out for each other... they touch every heart... with warmth, charm and laughter!"

Plot Summary

After the death of his wife, wealthy retiree Justin Playfair creates a fantasy world for himself in which he is the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes, even dressing like the character. Out of concern for Justin's money more than his health, his brother Blevins puts him under the care of psychiatrist Dr. Mildred Watson. As Dr. Watson grows fond of Justin, she begins to play along with his theories, eventually becoming an assistant in his investigations.

Director

Anthony Harvey

Top Cast

George C. ScottJoanne WoodwardJack GilfordLester RawlinsAl Lewis

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