The Strange Case of the End of Civilization as We Know It (1977)
The Strange Case of the End of Civilization as We Know It is a 1977 thriller movie directed by Joseph McGrath, with a running time of 56m. It stars John Cleese, Arthur Lowe and Joss Ackland.
John Cleese is hilarious as the descendant of Sherlock Holmes in this modern detective drama of international power politics and intrigue. Unlike his illustrious grandfather however, he only succeeds in bungling every job he organizes. Also stars Arthur Lowe as the "bionic" grandson of Dr. Watson, Stratford Johns as the Commissioner of Police, and Connie Booth as Mrs. Hudson.
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What is The Strange Case of the End of Civilization as We Know It about?
John Cleese is hilarious as the descendant of Sherlock Holmes in this modern detective drama of international power politics and intrigue. Unlike his illustrious grandfather however, he only succeeds in bungling every job he organizes. Also stars Arthur Lowe as the "bionic" grandson of Dr. Watson, Stratford Johns as the Commissioner of Police, and Connie Booth as Mrs. Hudson.
When was The Strange Case of the End of Civilization as We Know It released?
The Strange Case of the End of Civilization as We Know It was released on 18 September 1977.
How long is The Strange Case of the End of Civilization as We Know It?
The Strange Case of the End of Civilization as We Know It runs 56m.
Who made The Strange Case of the End of Civilization as We Know It?
The Strange Case of the End of Civilization as We Know It was directed by Joseph McGrath.
Cast
- John Cleese as Sherlock Holmes
- Arthur Lowe as Dr. John H. Watson
- Joss Ackland as President
- Ron Moody as Dr. Henry Gropinger ( Kissinger )
- Connie Booth as Mrs. Hudson / Francine Moriarty
- Christopher Malcolm as The Other CIA Man
- Holly Palance as Air Hostess
- Val Pringle as Black CIA Man
- Dudley Jones as Hercule Poirot
- Luie Caballero as Columbo
- Kenneth Benda as M
- Burt Kwouk as Chinese General