During WWII several murders occur at a convalescent home where Dr. Watson has volunteered his services. He summons Holmes for help and the master detective proceeds to solve the crime from a long list of suspects including the owners of the home, the staff and the patients recovering there.

Top Cast

Basil RathboneSherlock Holmes

Nigel BruceDoctor Watson

Dennis HoeyInspector Lestrade

Hillary BrookeSally Musgrave

Mary GordonMrs. Hudson

Halliwell HobbesAlfred Brunton, the butler

Milburn StoneCapt. Pat Vickery

Minna PhillipsMrs. Howells