The Strange Case of the End of Civilization as We Know It (1977)
1977 · 0h 56m · Thriller, Comedy, Crime, Mystery
Genres: Thriller, Comedy, Crime, Mystery
John Cleese is hilarious as the descendant of Sherlock Holmes in this modern detective drama of international power politics and intrigue. Unlike his illustrious grandfather however, he only succeeds in bungling every job he organizes. Also stars Arthur Lowe as the "bionic" grandson of Dr.
Director: Joseph McGrath
Writers: Joseph McGrath, John Cleese, Jack Hobbs
Music by: Ivor Slaney
Cinematography: Kenneth Higgins
Editor: Rusty Coppleman
Cast
John Cleese as Sherlock HolmesArthur Lowe as Dr. John H. WatsonJoss Ackland as PresidentRon Moody as Dr. Henry Gropinger ( Kissinger )Connie Booth as Mrs. Hudson / Francine MoriartyChristopher Malcolm as The Other CIA ManHolly Palance as Air HostessVal Pringle as Black CIA ManDudley Jones as Hercule PoirotLuie Caballero as ColumboKenneth Benda as MBurt Kwouk as Chinese GeneralMore like this
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