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The Return of Sherlock Holmes

1986·Show
11Episodes in1Season
IMDb8.7
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Strong craft, striking style.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Violence4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia7
  • Hopefulness6
  • Family Dynamics6

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit

  • Wit & Wordplay8
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Dark Humor3

World

Crime, mystery, and history

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Intrigue9

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7

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About

In the second series of the widely celebrated ITV detective programme, Dr John Watson finds a mystery in an empty house, while Holmes and he later solve the mysteries of an abbey grange, the Musgrave ritual, a second stain, a man with a twisted lip, the priory school, and a half-dozen plaster busts of Bonaparte.
Classic Detective MysteryVictorian Period DramaIntellectual DeductionIconic Duo ChemistryLiterary AdaptationAtmospheric LondonPuzzle-Solving NarrativeJeremy Brett PerformanceTraditional Whodunit

Crew

Directed by:
David Carson, Peter Hammond, John Madden
Written by:
John Hawkesworth, T.R. Bowen, Jeremy Paul
Produced by:
Rebecca Eaton, John Hawkesworth, June Wyndham-Davies
Composed by:
Patrick Gowers

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Return of Sherlock Holmes legally?

PrimePhiloThe RokuThe CWAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsFawesomeTubi TVAmazon MX Player

The Return of Sherlock Holmes is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Fawesome. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Return of Sherlock Holmes worth watching?

85
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100 (IMDb 8.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Return of Sherlock Holmes rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How many seasons does The Return of Sherlock Holmes have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 11 episodes.

Is The Return of Sherlock Holmes based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

When did The Return of Sherlock Holmes air?

It ran from 1986 to 1988 and has ended.

What language is The Return of Sherlock Holmes in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch The Return of Sherlock Holmes?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Return of Sherlock Holmes in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.