They Might Be Giants
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70% Critic Match

They Might Be Giants

When they reach out for each other... they touch every heart... with warmth, charm and laughter!

7.0 / 10 1971 1h 38mG English
ComedyMystery

Storyline

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.

Cast & Crew

George C. Scott

George C. Scott

Justin Playfair

Lead
Joanne Woodward

Joanne Woodward

Dr. Mildred Watson

Jack Gilford

Jack Gilford

Wilbur Peabody

Lester Rawlins

Lester Rawlins

Blevins Playfair

Al Lewis

Al Lewis

Messenger

Rue McClanahan

Rue McClanahan

Daisy Playfair

Theresa Merritt

Theresa Merritt

Peggy

James Tolkan

James Tolkan

Mr. Brown

What People Are Saying

4.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Anthony Harvey's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
4.0
Every frame feels alive. They Might Be Giants is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker