Sherlock Holmes (disambiguation) facts for kids
Sherlock Holmes is a famous detective character created by the author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Because he is so popular, many different movies, TV shows, books, and plays have been made about him. This page helps you find information about the many different things named "Sherlock Holmes."
About Sherlock Holmes
Sherlock Holmes is a brilliant detective from London, England. He is known for his amazing ability to solve mysteries by using logic and observation. He often works with his loyal friend, Dr. John Watson, who also tells the stories. Holmes lives at 221B Baker Street and uses his sharp mind to figure out clues that others miss.
Sherlock Holmes in Books
While Sir Arthur Conan Doyle wrote the original stories, other authors have also written new adventures for Sherlock Holmes. These books often explore different parts of his life or imagine new cases for him to solve.
- Sherlock Holmes of Baker Street is a novel from 1962 by William S. Baring-Gould.
- Sherlock Holmes: The Unauthorized Biography is a book from 2005 by Nick Rennison.
Sherlock Holmes in Movies
Sherlock Holmes has been a popular character in movies for over a hundred years! Many actors have played the famous detective on the big screen.
Early Films
Some of the earliest movies about Sherlock Holmes were made when films were still quite new.
- Sherlock Holmes (1916 film) starred William Gillette, who was also famous for playing Holmes on stage.
- The Sherlock Holmes (Stoll film series) featured Eille Norwood as Holmes.
- Sherlock Holmes (1922 film) had John Barrymore in the main role.
- The Sherlock Holmes (1931 film series) starred Arthur Wontner.
- Sherlock Holmes (1932 film) featured Clive Brook.
- The Grey Lady (film), also known as Sherlock Holmes, was a German mystery film from 1937.
Classic Films
One of the most famous series of Sherlock Holmes films starred Basil Rathbone as Holmes and Nigel Bruce as Dr. Watson.
- The Sherlock Holmes (1939 film series) included many popular movies with Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce.
Modern Films
Sherlock Holmes continues to be a favorite character for new movies, often giving him a fresh look for today's audiences.
- Sherlock Holmes (2009 film) starred Robert Downey, Jr. as Holmes and Jude Law as Watson. This movie was very popular and had a special soundtrack album.
- Sherlock Holmes (soundtrack) was the music from the 2009 film.
- Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows was the exciting sequel to the 2009 film, released in 2011. It also had its own soundtrack.
- Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (soundtrack) was the music from the 2011 sequel.
- Sherlock Holmes (2010 film) was a movie released directly to DVD, starring Ben Syder.
Sherlock Holmes on Television
Many TV shows have brought Sherlock Holmes's adventures to the small screen, each with its own unique style.
Early TV Shows
- Sherlock Holmes (1951 TV series) was a BBC show from the United Kingdom.
- Sherlock Holmes (1954 TV series) was an American show filmed in France.
- Sherlock Holmes (1965 TV series) was another British show.
- Sherlock Holmes (1967 TV series) was a German production.
- Sherlock Holmes (1968 TV series) was an Italian show.
Popular TV Series
Some TV series have become very well-known for their portrayal of Holmes.
- The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson (1979-1986 TV series) was a Soviet adaptation that became very popular.
- Sherlock Holmes (1984 TV series) was a British show starring Jeremy Brett, who many consider one of the best actors to play Holmes.
- Sherlock (TV series) is a modern BBC show from 2010 that brings Holmes into the 21st century. It stars Benedict Cumberbatch as Holmes and Martin Freeman as Watson.
- Elementary (TV series) is another modern series that shows Holmes and Watson solving crimes in New York City.
International TV Shows
Sherlock Holmes is popular all over the world, leading to many international TV adaptations.
- Sherlock Holmes (2013 TV series) was a Russian TV show.
- Sherlock Holmes (2014 TV series) was a unique Japanese puppet TV series.
- Sherlock: Untold Stories (2019 TV series) was another Japanese production.
Sherlock Holmes in Theatre
Sherlock Holmes has also been a star on stage, with plays bringing his mysteries to life for live audiences.
- Sherlock Holmes (play) was a famous play from 1899, written by and starring William Gillette.
More About Sherlock Holmes
- Adaptations of Sherlock Holmes lists many different ways the character has been brought to life.
- List of actors who have played Sherlock Holmes shows all the different actors who have taken on the role of the famous detective.
- The Sherlock Holmes is a public house (a type of pub) in London, named after the detective.
