The Pearl of Death
The Pearl of Death (1944) is a thriller, directed by Roy William Neill. It stars Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce. The 69-minute film holds an audience score of 7.1/10.
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What The Pearl of Death Is About
The Pearl of Death, starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce, is a Sherlock Holmes film notable as the first screen appearance of Rondo Hatton as "The Creeper," a spine snapping killer. Hatton had real life acromegaly, which distorted his face, hands, and feet, and director Roy William Neill deliberately shot him only in shadow at first for maximum effect. Hatton reprised the Creeper role in two more films, House of Horrors and The Brute Man, and it became the defining role of his short career. Who it's for: anyone curious about a classic Sherlock Holmes film that gave rise to a horror icon, and Rondo Hatton's unusual career. Who it's not for: viewers wanting straightforward detective work only, who might be unsettled by the horror elements woven in.
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What is The Pearl of Death about?
The Pearl of Death, starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce, is a Sherlock Holmes film notable as the first screen appearance of Rondo Hatton as "The Creeper," a spine snapping killer. Hatton had real life acromegaly, which distorted his face, hands, and feet, and director Roy William Neill deliberately shot him only in shadow at first for maximum effect.
Where can I watch The Pearl of Death?
The Pearl of Death is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is The Pearl of Death?
The Pearl of Death runs for 69 minutes (1h 9m).
When did The Pearl of Death come out?
The Pearl of Death was released in 1944.
Who directed The Pearl of Death?
The Pearl of Death was directed by Roy William Neill.
Who stars in The Pearl of Death?
The Pearl of Death stars Basil Rathbone, Nigel Bruce, Dennis Hoey, Evelyn Ankers.
What is The Pearl of Death's rating?
The Pearl of Death holds 7.1/10 on IMDb and 7.1/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 69 out of 100.
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