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THRILLER . 1992 . 1h 47m . 6.8/10

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For years, a blackmailer has been preying on the weaknesses of others throughout London. When Holmes hears of the utter misery this mystery man is creating, he adopts a campaign to thwart his evil scheming. The campaign astonishes Dr. Watson by its strangeness and finds Holmes falling in love.

Starring Jeremy Brett, Edward Hardwicke, Robert Hardy

6.8/10

Rating

1h 47m

Runtime

1992

Year

Updated Feb 16, 2026

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For years, a blackmailer has been preying on the weaknesses of others throughout London. When Holmes hears of the utter misery this mystery man is creating, he adopts a campaign to thwart his evil scheming. The campaign astonishes Dr. Watson by its strangeness and finds Holmes falling in love.

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Cast

Jeremy Brett stars as Sherlock Holmes in The Master Blackmailer.

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Year context

The Master Blackmailer was released 34 years ago in 1992.

Overview

For years, a blackmailer has been preying on the weaknesses of others throughout London. When Holmes hears of the utter misery this mystery man is creating, ...

The Master Blackmailer is a Thriller, Drama, Crime film with a runtime of 1h 47m.

CAST (20)

Jeremy Brett

Sherlock Holmes

Edward Hardwicke

Edward Hardwicke

Dr. John Watson

Robert Hardy

Charles Augustus Milverton

Norma West

Lady Diana Swinstead

Gwen Ffrangcon Davies

Gwen Ffrangcon Davies

Colin Jeavons

Inspector Lestrade

Serena Gordon

Lady Eva Blackwell

Rosalie Williams

Rosalie Williams

Mrs Hudson

Sophie Thompson

Sophie Thompson

Nickolas Grace

SM

Sarah McVicar

The Hon. Charlotte Miles

David Mallinson

David Mallinson

Colonel Dorking

BM

Brian Mitchell

Harry, Earl of Dovercourt

Hans Meyer

Hebworth (Alias Veitch)

SS

Stephen Simms

Stokes

BP

Belinda Peters

Lillie

HW

Henrietta Whitsun-Jones

Daphne

Alan Rothwell

Tronson, The Butler

Howard Gaye

Lewis, Dorking's Batman

DS

David Scase

Art Gallery Owner

DETAILS

Release

February 2, 1992

Status

Released

Runtime

107 min (1h 47m)

Country

United Kingdom

Rating

6.8/10 (24 votes)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is The Master Blackmailer about?

For years, a blackmailer has been preying on the weaknesses of others throughout London. When Holmes hears of the utter misery this mystery man is creating, he adopts a campaign to thwart his evil scheming. The campaign astonishes Dr. Watson by its strangeness and finds Holmes falling in love.

How long is The Master Blackmailer?

The Master Blackmailer has a runtime of 107 minutes (1h 47m).

Who stars in The Master Blackmailer?

The cast of The Master Blackmailer includes Jeremy Brett, Edward Hardwicke, Robert Hardy, Norma West, Gwen Ffrangcon Davies.

What is the rating of The Master Blackmailer?

The Master Blackmailer has a rating of 6.8 out of 10 based on 24 votes on TMDB.

GENRES (5)

Thriller Drama Crime Mystery TV Movie