---
title: "Holmes & Watson"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/holmes-watson-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 426563
imdb_id: "tt1255919"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 4.3
vote_count: 951
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Holmes & Watson (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/holmes-watson-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Holmes & Watson is a film first released in 2018. Catalogued under Comedy, Mystery, Crime. Produced and broadcast by Columbia Pictures, Mimran Schur Pictures, Gary Sanchez Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Holmes and Watson race to stop a killer before the queen is targeted"

### Why Watch
- Sharp comedic performances
- Intriguing period setting
- Blend of whodunit and slapstick

### Caveats & Content Note
- Humor sometimes overshadows mystery
- Plot can feel formulaic
- Tone & Suitability: The PG-13 film contains mild language and comedic violence, suitable for teens and adults.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, mystery, crime, playful, satirical

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Stan | 7plus | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Etan Cohen
- **Networks / Studios**: Columbia Pictures, Mimran Schur Pictures, Gary Sanchez Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Will Ferrell** as *Sherlock Holmes*
- **John C. Reilly** as *Dr. Watson*
- **Rebecca Hall** as *Grace Hart*
- **Rob Brydon** as *Inspector Lestrade*
- **Kelly Macdonald** as *Martha Hudson*
- **Lauren Lapkus** as *Millicent*
- **Pam Ferris** as *Queen Victoria*
- **Ralph Fiennes** as *James Moriarty*
- **Adam Scherr** as *Brawn*
- **Kieran O'Brien** as *Lestrade's PC Smalls*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
Holmes & Watson is classified as a comedy, mystery, and crime film.

### Q: Who directed Holmes & Watson?
The film was directed by Etan Cohen.

### Q: Which actors star in the movie?
The cast includes Will Ferrell, Hugh Laurie, Ralph Fiennes, Kelly Macdonald, and Rebecca Hall.

### Q: When was Holmes & Watson released in the United States?
It was released on December 25, 2018 in the US.

### Q: What is the film's rating?
Holmes & Watson carries a PG-13 rating.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Holmes & Watson — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/426563)
- [Holmes & Watson / Holmes and Watson (2018)](https://www.sms.cz/film/holmes-watson)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*