Sherlock Holmes (Basil Rathbone) and Dr. Watson (Nigel Bruce) are men out of time in this World War II era mystery, centered on the development of an advanced bomb sight by Dr. Franz Tobel (William Post Jr.). The invention will give England an edge in the conflict, however Tobel is intent on mass producing it himself. To insure the mechanism's secrecy, he divides it's components into four sections, giving each to different caretakers who are unknown to each other.
Holmes' nemesis, Professor Moriarty (Lionel Atwill) is in the employ of Nazi Germany, presumably the highest bidder for his services, and he is intent on securing the invention for his own nefarious reasons. He leaves his calling card for Holmes in what was thought to be a secure envelope that Tobel entrusted to his fiancé, Miss Charlotte Eberli (Kaaren Verne) - "We meet again Mr. Holmes".
For two bitter enemies, it's disconcerting to view Holmes and Moriarty casually discussing their views in a relaxed parlor setting. The film concludes with the assumption that Moriarty falls victim to his own trap door and the bomb sight plans secure again with Dr. Tobel. The film is passable, but to be viewed with a critical eye.
Holmes' nemesis, Professor Moriarty (Lionel Atwill) is in the employ of Nazi Germany, presumably the highest bidder for his services, and he is intent on securing the invention for his own nefarious reasons. He leaves his calling card for Holmes in what was thought to be a secure envelope that Tobel entrusted to his fiancé, Miss Charlotte Eberli (Kaaren Verne) - "We meet again Mr. Holmes".
For two bitter enemies, it's disconcerting to view Holmes and Moriarty casually discussing their views in a relaxed parlor setting. The film concludes with the assumption that Moriarty falls victim to his own trap door and the bomb sight plans secure again with Dr. Tobel. The film is passable, but to be viewed with a critical eye.