Sherlock. Poster of the 2010 TV series and cover of the 1887 book, A Study in Scarlet
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A Study in Scarlet
Arthur Conan Doyle, 1887
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Mark Gatiss, Steven Moffat, 2010-2017

Sherlock depicts consulting detective Sherlock Holmes solving various mysteries in modern-day London. Although Metropolitan Police Service Detective Inspector Greg Lestrade and others are suspicious of Holmes at first, over time, his exceptional intellect and bold powers of observation persuade them of his value.


Elementary. Poster of the 2012 TV series and cover of the 1887 book, A Study in Scarlet
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Arthur Conan Doyle, 1887
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Robert Doherty, 2012-2019

A pair of investigators tackles the NYPD’s most challenging cases. After a downfall in London and a rehab stint, the unconventional Sherlock relocates to Manhattan. His affluent father compels him to cohabit with his least favorite person – a sober companion, Dr. Watson.


Sherlock Holmes. Poster of the 2009 movie and cover of the 1887 book, A Study in Scarlet
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A Study in Scarlet
Arthur Conan Doyle, 1887
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Guy Ritchie, 2009

After finally catching serial killer Lord Blackwood, legendary sleuth Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson can close yet another successful case. But when Blackwood mysteriously returns from the grave and resumes his killing spree, Holmes must take up the hunt once again and will have to unravel the clues that will lead him into a twisted web of murder, deceit, and black magic.


Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows. Poster of the 2011 movie and cover of the 1887 book, A Study in Scarlet
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Arthur Conan Doyle, 1887
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Guy Ritchie, 2011

In 1891, Irene Adler delivers a package to Dr. Hoffmanstahl, payment for a letter he was to deliver. Adler meets with Professor Moriarty to explain the events, but Moriarty, deeming her position compromised by her love for Holmes, seemingly poisons and kills her.


Arthur & George. Poster of the 2015 TV series and cover of the 2005 book
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Arthur & George
Julian Barnes, 2005
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Stuart Orme, 2015

In 1906, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, still grieving from the loss of his first wife, was unable to find solace even with the help of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson. However, his secretary Woodie presented him with a potential wrongful conviction case, which stirred him into action. The case concerned George Edalji, a Parsi lawyer who was jailed for sending obscene letters and killing livestock in Great Wyrley, Staffordshire. George sought Arthur’s assistance to clear his name, but as the case progressed, Arthur himself began to doubt George’s innocence.


The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes. Poster of the 1970 movie and cover of the 1887 book, A Study in Scarlet
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Arthur Conan Doyle, 1887
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Billy Wilder, 1970

Holmes and Dr. Watson are tasked with solving the disappearance of a lovely woman’s husband. The inquiry takes an unusual turn, encompassing six absent dwarfs, nefarious monks, a Scottish fortress, the legendary Loch Ness monster, and secretive naval trials.


Tales from the Darkside. Poster of the 1990 movie and cover of the 1892 book, Lot No. 249
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Lot No. 249
Arthur Conan Doyle, 1892
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John Harrison, 1990

Three short movies, bound together by a fourth tale in which the other three stories are read. The first segment features an animated mummy stalking selected student victims; the second tale tells the story of a “cat from Hell” who cannot be killed and leaves a trail of victims behind it; the third story is about a man who witnesses a bizarre killing and promises never to tell what he saw, and the “in-between” bit is the story of a woman preparing to cook her newspaper boy for supper.


The Case of the Whitechapel Vampire. Poster of the 2002 movie and cover of the 1887 book, A Study in Scarlet
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Arthur Conan Doyle, 1887
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Rodney Gibbons, 2002

The setting is Whitechapel, the infamous London district associated with Jack the Ripper’s recent attacks. Three monks are discovered dead, seemingly preyed upon by a vampire. Now, another entity is thirsting for blood. But is there a more rational explanation? As strange occurrences escalate, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are tasked with unraveling the mystery.


The Irregulars. Poster of the 2021 TV series and cover of the 1887 book, A Study in Scarlet
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Arthur Conan Doyle, 1887
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Tom Bidwell, 2021

Taking place in Victorian London, the series tracks a group of troubled street youths who are coerced into unraveling mysteries for the enigmatic Sherlock Holmes and his ominous associate, Doctor Watson.


Sherlock. Poster of the 2002 movie and cover of the 1887 book, A Study in Scarlet
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Arthur Conan Doyle, 1887
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Graham Theakston, 2002

This TV movie centers on a youthful Sherlock Holmes in his twenties. The story kicks off with Sherlock in hot pursuit of the notorious Moriarty, seemingly resulting in Moriarty’s demise as he falls into a sewer after being shot by Sherlock. However, those familiar with Holmes lore understand that Moriarty is not one to be dispatched so effortlessly.


Holmes & Watson. Poster of the 2018 movie and cover of the 1887 book, A Study in Scarlet
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Arthur Conan Doyle, 1887
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Etan Cohen, 2018

Holmes and Watson team up to unravel a puzzling murder at Buckingham Palace. Initially pointing to Professor James Moriarty, the infamous criminal mastermind and long-standing adversary of the detective duo, the case appears straightforward. However, as fresh twists and clues surface, the brilliant sleuth and his faithful companion must employ their legendary intelligence and inventive techniques to apprehend the culprit before the queen falls prey to the next attack.


Sherlock Holmes. Poster of the 2010 movie and cover of the 1887 book, A Study in Scarlet
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Arthur Conan Doyle, 1887
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Rachel Goldenberg, 2010

Sherlock Holmes and Watson embark on a pursuit of a criminal and scientific mastermind who appears to command monsters and creations that defy belief.