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S1·E2 The Illustrious Client

Core Aired February 19, 1965
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Synopsis

Sir James Damery, acting for a very illustrious client, consults Holmes. Violet Merville is engaged to marry the Austrian Baron Gruner, who has murdered at least one wife and yet the foolish, headstrong Violet will not hear a word against him. The client is fearful for Violet's safety should the marriage go ahead. Holmes enlists the assistance of Kitty Winter, a woman whom the Baron used and threw aside, to get access to Gruner's album in which he has catalogued his conquests, to make Violet see him in his true light.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 1 Episode 2 of Sherlock Holmes air?

Season 1, Episode 2 ('The Illustrious Client') originally aired on February 19, 1965.

How long is Season 1 Episode 2 ('The Illustrious Client')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Sherlock Holmes.

What happens in Sherlock Holmes Season 1 Episode 2?

Sir James Damery, acting for a very illustrious client, consults Holmes. Violet Merville is engaged to marry the Austrian Baron Gruner, who has murdered at least one wife and yet the foolish, headstrong Violet will not hear a word against him. The client is fearful for Violet's safety should the mar...

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