Terror by Night (1946)

In the tense and thrilling narrative of "Terror by Night" (1946), the illustrious detective Sherlock Holmes is enlisted by Roland Carstairs to safeguard the Star of Rhodesia - a magnificent 423 carat diamond that is the pride of Carstairs' mother, Lady Margaret. This priceless gemstone, a symbol of enduring love bestowed upon Lady Margaret on her 25th wedding anniversary, becomes a magnet for danger during an overnight train journey from London to Edinburgh, Scotland. With an air of suspense heavy in the train compartments, Holmes, with his characteristic cunning, switches the real diamond with a decoy while feigning admiration for the jewel in Lady Margaret's presence. But tranquility is short-lived as the train's rhythmic chugging is disrupted by a shocking murder - Roland Carstairs is found dead and the counterfeit diamond vanishes. Misdirection and intrigue ensue as Holmes, aided by his loyal companion Dr. Watson and the relentless Inspector Lestrade, delves into the murky depths of this mystery. The clues lead them to a chilling discovery - the shadow of Holmes' long-time adversary, Professor Moriarty, seems to loom over the case. Their investigation points them towards the devious Colonel Sebastian Moran, Moriarty's henchman, whose reputation as a notorious thief and criminal precedes him. In "Terror by Night", every twist and turn of the plot is a captivating dance of deception, danger and deduction, as Holmes maneuvers through the maze of red herrings to uncover the truth behind the stolen diamond and the murder on the midnight express.

Terror by Night is a crime movie featuring Billy Bevan.

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