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Sherlock

Sherlock

A new sleuth for the 21st century.

20108.54 Seasons12 EpisodesEnded

Overview

A modern update finds the famous sleuth and his doctor partner solving crime in 21st century London.

Created by Beryl Vertue
Written by Arthur Conan Doyle
Produced by Sue Vertue
NetworksBBC One

Top Cast

Benedict Cumberbatch

Benedict Cumberbatch

Sherlock Holmes

Martin Freeman

Martin Freeman

John Watson

Themes & Keywords

london, englanddetectivebased on novel or bookworkaholicinvestigationfriendshippolicegeniusmurderwhodunitdoctorprivate detectivemurder mysterypolice proceduralsherlock holmesarmy mediccerebralsuspensefultensegang solves mysterywittydeductionurgentsharptortured genius

About Sherlock

Sherlock is a crime, drama, mystery series that first aired in 2010 exploring themes of london, england, detective, based on novel or book, workaholic, investigation, friendship. Created by Beryl Vertue, it stars Benedict Cumberbatch, Martin Freeman. A modern update finds the famous sleuth and his doctor partner solving crime in 21st century London.

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