

The Scarlet Claw (1944)
Overview
When a woman is found dead with her throat torn out, the local villagers blame a supernatural monster. But Sherlock Holmes, who gets drawn into the case from nearby Quebec, suspects a human murderer.
Where to watch The Scarlet Claw
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Plex | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home |
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video, Sky |
| Canada | Plex | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| Australia | Plex | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Ireland | Plex | Amazon Video | Sky, Amazon Video |
| New Zealand | Plex | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| India | Plex | Amazon Video | — |
| Germany | Plex | — | — |
| France | Plex | — | — |
| Spain | Filmin | — | — |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists The Scarlet Claw in 119 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is The Scarlet Claw about?
When a woman is found dead with her throat torn out, the local villagers blame a supernatural monster. But Sherlock Holmes, who gets drawn into the case from nearby Quebec, suspects a human murderer. The Scarlet Claw is a Mystery, Crime, Thriller movie, released on 1944-05-18, runtime 74 minutes.
Is The Scarlet Claw worth watching?
TMDB users rate The Scarlet Claw 7.0 out of 10 from 119 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch The Scarlet Claw?
In the United States, The Scarlet Claw is free to watch on Plex and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Roy William Neill
Cast
- Basil Rathbone as Sherlock Holmes
- Nigel Bruce as Doctor Watson
- Gerald Hamer as Potts / Tanner / Ramson
- Paul Cavanagh as Lord Penrose
- Arthur Hohl as Emile Journet
- Miles Mander as Judge Brisson
- Kay Harding as Marie Journet
- David Clyde as Police Sergeant Thompson
- Ian Wolfe as Drake
- Victoria Horne as Nora
- Al Ferguson as Attendant (uncredited)
- Olaf Hytten as Hotel Day Desk Clerk (uncredited)
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Sources
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