6.9
Pursuit to Algiers (1945)
October 26, 19451h 5mEN
6.8
77 votes
Overview
After the King of Rovenia has been assassinated, Holmes and Watson are engaged to escort his son to Europe via Algiers, aboard a transatlantic ocean liner which also carries a number of suspicious persons, any of whom may be involved in a plot to also assassinate him.
Director
Roy William NeillWriters
Where to Watch
Streaming availability for India
Free
Top Billed Cast
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
N/A
Revenue
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Production Companies
Universal Pictures
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7.0This is one of my favourite outings for Messrs. Rathbone and Bruce as "Holmes" and "Watson". Possibly because this one gives more screen time to the amiable Nigel Bruce - he even gives us a rendition "The Bonny Banks of Loch Lomond" as the pair embark on a dangerous mission to repatriate the King of Rovinia to his country following the assassination of his father. In order to, theoretically, avoid suspicion, they sail from the UK to Algiers hoping to smuggle their charge without mishap. Fat chance! Of course it doesn't work out that way - and we have a few fun maritime escapades, and an intrig…
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