Sherlock Jr.

1924 · 45m · Released

NR Action, Comedy, Mystery

A film projectionist longs to be a detective, and puts his meager skills to work when he is framed by a rival for stealing his girlfriend's father's pocketwatch.

Ratings

Based on audience scores

8.0 The Movie Database

8.1 IMDb

95% Rotten Tomatoes

N/A Metacritic

Where to stream Sherlock Jr.

Streaming now in the United States on FlixFling, IndieFlix, Kino Film Collection, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel, FilmBox Live Amazon Channel, and JustWatch TV.

Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling.

Trailer

SHERLOCK JR (1924) - Trailer

Top cast and crew

Buster Keaton Director

Buster Keaton Projectionist / Sherlock, Jr.

Kathryn McGuire The Girl

Joe Keaton The Girl's Father / Man on Film Screen

Erwin Connelly The Hired Man / The Butler

Ward Crane The Local Sheik / The Villain

Doris Deane Girl Who Loses Dollar Outside Cinema (uncredited)

CF Christine Francis Candy Store Girl (uncredited)

George Davis Conspirator (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions about Sherlock Jr.

Where can I watch Sherlock Jr. in the United States?

Sherlock Jr. is available to stream on FlixFling, IndieFlix, Kino Film Collection, IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel, FilmBox Live Amazon Channel, and JustWatch TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Can I watch Sherlock Jr. for free?

Sherlock Jr. streams free with ads in the United States on JustWatch TV, Kanopy, Public Domain Movies, and Fawesome. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for Sherlock Jr.?

Sherlock Jr. scores 8.0 on The Movie Database, 8.1 on IMDb, and 95% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Who stars in Sherlock Jr.?

Sherlock Jr. stars Buster Keaton, Kathryn McGuire, Joe Keaton, Erwin Connelly, and Ward Crane. Buster Keaton is the director.

How long is Sherlock Jr.?

Sherlock Jr. runs 45m.

When did Sherlock Jr. come out?

Sherlock Jr. was released on April 17, 1924.

Which studio made Sherlock Jr.?

Sherlock Jr. was produced by Metro Pictures Corporation and Buster Keaton Productions in the United States.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.