The Strange Case of the End of Civilization as We Know It (1977)

Thriller
Comedy
Crime
Mystery

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.

Cast

Sherlock Holmes
Dr. John H. Watson
Chinese General
African Delegate
English Delegate
1st Australian
Miss Hoskins
Chinese Delegate
Chief Commisioner Blocker
President
Dr. Henry Gropinger ( Kissinger )
Mrs. Hudson / Francine Moriarty
The Other CIA Man
Air Hostess
Black CIA Man
Hercule Poirot

Crew

Screenplay
Director of Photography
Costume Design
Original Music Composer