Sherlock Jr. (1924) movie poster

Sherlock Jr. (1924)

"Every inch of footage holds such a laugh!"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 93%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 86% (RT: 86%) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ActionComedyMystery

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Runtime
45m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
8.0/10 (1,141 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
86%
Cast
Buster Keaton as Projectionist / Sherlock, Jr.
Joe Keaton as Girl's Father / Man on Film Screen
Erwin Connelly as Hired Man / Butler
Ward Crane as Sheik / Villain
Doris Deane as Girl Who Loses Dollar Outside Cinema (uncredited)
Christine Francis as Candy Store Girl (uncredited)
George Davis as Conspirator (uncredited)
Yes. 93% of real audiences liked it based on 1,141 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 86%.
Overview
A film projectionist longs to be a detective, and puts his meager skills to work when he is framed by a rival for stealing his girlfriend's father's pocketwatch. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Sherlock Jr. was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Buster Keaton spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Sherlock Jr. is a 1924 action, comedy, mystery film directed by Buster Keaton. A film projectionist longs to be a detective, and puts his meager skills to work when he is framed by a rival for stealing his girlfriend's father's pocketwatch. The film has been rated by 1,141 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a action film, Sherlock Jr. delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Sherlock Jr. (1924) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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