The latest episode of BBC's Sherlock sparked a mixed reaction from viewers, with some praising the emotional depth while others criticised the plot and switched to ITV's Endeavour. The episode, titled 'The Lying Detective', featured a long-awaited hug between Sherlock Holmes and John Watson, which sent social media into a frenzy.
The hug came after Watson broke down, confessing he had been texting another woman before his wife Mary's death. Sherlock, typically reserved, comforted his friend, leading to an outpouring of emotion from fans on Twitter. Many described the moment as 'heartbreaking' and 'unprepared', with some claiming it 'broke the internet'.
However, not all viewers were satisfied. Some expressed disappointment with the 'over-the-top' storyline and said they were switching to Endeavour. Despite this, Sherlock won its time slot with 6 million viewers, beating Endeavour's 5.1 million, though it trailed Antiques Roadshow and Countryfile.
The episode also introduced a major twist: Sherlock's secret sister, Euros Holmes, who was revealed to be the woman Watson had been texting. The cliffhanger ending saw Euros holding Watson at gunpoint, leaving fans stunned and speculating about her true identity.
