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The Return of the World's Greatest Detective

9.019761h 14mMovieCrimeMysteryComedy

A Los Angeles cop falls off his motorcycle, strikes his head and wakes up believing himself to be Sherlock Holmes. Along with the social worker who is treating him, he sets out to solve the murder of an embezzler.

DirectorDean Hargrove
WritersRoland Kibbee·Dean Hargrove

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Cast · Directed by Dean Hargrove

LHLarry Hagman
Larry Hagman
Sherman Holmes
JOJenny O'Hara
Jenny O'Hara
Dr. Joan Watson
NCNicholas Colasanto
Nicholas Colasanto
Lieutenant Nick Tinker
WPWoodrow Parfrey
Woodrow Parfrey
Himmel
HV
Helen Verbit
Landlady
IFIvor Francis
Ivor Francis
Spiner
CMCharles Macaulay
Charles Macaulay
Judge Clement Harley
RSRon Silver
Ron Silver
Dr. Collins
SHSid Haig
Sid Haig
Vince Cooley
JK
Jefferson Kibbee
Delivery Man
GBGeorge Brenlin
George Brenlin
Sergeant

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The Return of the World's Greatest Detective — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Return of the World's Greatest Detective?

The Return of the World's Greatest Detective isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Return of the World's Greatest Detective on Netflix?

No, The Return of the World's Greatest Detective is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is The Return of the World's Greatest Detective on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Return of the World's Greatest Detective isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Return of the World's Greatest Detective for free?

The Return of the World's Greatest Detective isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Return of the World's Greatest Detective?

The Return of the World's Greatest Detective hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around August 4, 1976. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.