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Elementary

2012·Show
154Episodes in7Seasons·TV-14
IMDb7.9Metacritic747.6Rotten Tomatoes96%89%
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Elementary fingerprint

Funny, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension6
  • Violence5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics7
  • Melancholy5
  • Pathos4

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit and dark humor

  • Wit & Wordplay8
  • Dark Humor6
  • Situational Comedy5

World

Crime, mystery, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting9
  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Character Depth9

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

New Holmes. New Watson. New York.

A modern-day drama about a crime-solving duo that cracks the NYPD's most impossible cases. Following his fall from grace in London and a stint in rehab, eccentric Sherlock escapes to Manhattan where his wealthy father forces him to live with his worst nightmare - a sober companion, Dr. Watson.
Modern Sherlock Holmes AdaptationWitty Procedural MysteryComplex Character DynamicsPsychological Crime DramaFast-Paced DeductionEccentric Genius ArchetypeUrban Contemporary SettingIntellectual BanterFound Family BondsHigh-Stakes Investigations

Crew

Directed by:
Guy Ferland, John Polson, Christine Moore
Written by:
Craig Sweeny, Liz Friedman, Corinne Brinkerhoff
Produced by:
Christopher Silber, Jonathan Filley, Michael Cuesta

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Elementary

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Elementary legally?

HuluPrimeThe Roku

Elementary is included with a subscription to Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Elementary worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 7.9, Rotten Tomatoes 96%, and Metacritic 74). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Elementary rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong languageDrug use

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and drug use.

How many seasons does Elementary have?

7 seasons

It has 7 seasons with 154 episodes of about 43 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Elementary?

Critics85
Audiences81

Yes. Critics average 85 and audiences 81 out of 100, so both groups see Elementary much the same way.

When did Elementary air?

It ran from 2012 to 2019 and has ended.

What language is Elementary in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Elementary?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Elementary in 69 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Elementary use?

Well-Intentioned ExtremistRoom Full of CrazyDelivery Guy InfiltrationMeaningful EchoNever Found the BodyRoaring Rampage of RevengeLocked Room MysterySmokescreen CrimePlatonic Life-PartnersTook a Level in BadassLast-Name BasisOut of Focusand 316 more

TV Tropes lists 328 storytelling tropes for Elementary, including Well-Intentioned Extremist, Room Full of Crazy, Delivery Guy Infiltration.