Fans are calling the BBC mystery thriller Sherlock a 'genius' show that is 'even better than Netflix's Enola Holmes 3.' The series, which first aired in 2010, has garnered a devoted following over four seasons.
What Is Sherlock About?
The BBC One thriller stars Benedict Cumberbatch as the brilliant but eccentric detective Sherlock Holmes and Martin Freeman as war veteran Dr. John Watson. Together, they solve seemingly impossible cases in modern-day London. The show is adapted from Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's legendary Sherlock Holmes detective stories, with each episode focusing on a fresh mystery.
An official synopsis reveals: 'In modern-day London, brilliant but eccentric detective Sherlock Holmes teams with war veteran Dr. John Watson to crack baffling crimes, outwit formidable foes, and aid Scotland Yard with razor-sharp deduction.'
Critical and Fan Reception
The show has been a massive success with both critics and audiences. Rotten Tomatoes critics awarded the first series an impressive 93% score, while audiences gave it a 97% rating. In contrast, Netflix's Enola Holmes 3 has a 70% rating. One enthusiast posted a glowing Rotten Tomatoes review, declaring: 'How on earth did I miss this show? The writing is off the charts good. Cumberbatch and Freeman are phenomenal as Holmes and Watson. An absolute gem!'
Another viewer added: 'All five seasons. Watch them all. Brilliant interpretation of Sherlock. Supremely arrogant Sherlock but with a warmth that then surprises, compelling watching. All the characters are perfectly cast. Just love it. My kids loved it too. Must watch. Have watched it twice, all of it.'
A third viewer gushed: 'Brilliant, Genius, Suspenseful! Those are the 3 words that best describe this masterpiece. I was hooked by the first episode; Benedict Cumberbatch's portrayal of the infamous detective Sherlock Holmes was phenomenal. As well as Martin Freeman playing the handy, funny, and dependable John Watson.'
Awards and Recognition
The acclaimed drama has won nine Primetime Emmy Awards and several BAFTA TV Awards. Its popularity endures, with fans still revisiting the hit BBC show.
Comparison with Enola Holmes 3
Netflix's Enola Holmes 3, currently trending, stars Millie Bobby Brown as Sherlock's younger sister Enola, who possesses a similarly sharp talent for solving cases. However, the BBC series has received higher critical and audience scores.
Sherlock is streaming now on BBC iPlayer.
