First broadcast 22nd September 1985.
What seems at first to be a harmless prank played upon a red-headed man is soon revealed to be much more: a sinister scheme devised by the Napoleon of Crime.
Jeremy Brett ... Sherlock Holmes
David Burke ... Dr. John Watson
Roger Hammond ... Jabez Wilson
Tim McInnerny ... John Clay
Richard Wilson ... Duncan Ross
Bruce Dukov ... Sarasate
John Woodnutt ... Mr. Merryweather
John Labanowski ... Athelney Jones
Reginald Stewart ... Doorman (as Reg Stewart)
Ian Bleasdale ... Accountant
Malcolm Weaver ... Archie
Eric Porter ... Professor Moriarty
Harry Goodier ... Policeman
