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They Might Be Giants

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1971 | 98 min | Comedy, Mystery

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

Solid across the board without standing out anywhere. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing and anyone who wants a laugh.
The mood
Light and funny, tense.
The pace
Breezy, at 1 hr 38 min.
What might put you off
Made in 1971: an older pace and style.

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.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsSolid

    61% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerSolid

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 35K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Anthony Harvey

  • 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)