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They Might Be Giants
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After the death of his wife, retired judge 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.
Release / first air1971-06-09
Original languageEN
GenresComedy, Mystery
DirectorAnthony Harvey
WriterJames Goldman
BudgetNot available
RevenueNot available
ProductionUniversal Pictures, Newman-Foreman Company
Cast & Crew
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George C. ScottJustin Playfair
Joanne WoodwardDr. Mildred Watson
Jack GilfordWilbur Peabody
Lester RawlinsBlevins Playfair
Al LewisMessenger
Rue McClanahanDaisy Playfair
Theresa MerrittPeggy
James TolkanMr. Brown
Kitty WinnGrace
F. Murray AbrahamClyde (the usher)Keywords
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