Sherlock Holmes Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1984 · ITV1 · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About Sherlock Holmes
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Sherlock Holmes have?
Sherlock Holmes has 7 seasons and 41 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on April 24, 1984 to April 11, 1994.
Is Sherlock Holmes renewed, ended, or canceled?
Sherlock Holmes has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Sherlock Holmes?
It takes 27h 38m (1658 minutes) to watch the complete run of Sherlock Holmes. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 14 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 27.6 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 14 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Sherlock Holmes?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 6 ("The Speckled Band"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.8/10 based on 15 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Sherlock Holmes?
Sherlock Holmes is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Britbox Apple TV Channel, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Sherlock Holmes?
Sherlock Holmes has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in Sherlock Holmes?
The primary ensemble cast includes Jeremy Brett as Sherlock Holmes (age 61 (deceased)), Rosalie Williams as Mrs. Hudson (age 107), Edward Hardwicke as Dr. John H. Watson (age 78 (deceased)), David Burke as Dr. John H. Watson (age 91 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Jeremy Brett | Sherlock Holmes | 61 (deceased) |
| Rosalie Williams | Mrs. Hudson | 107 |
| Edward Hardwicke | Dr. John H. Watson | 78 (deceased) |
| David Burke | Dr. John H. Watson | 91 (deceased) |
| Colin Jeavons | Inspector Lestrade | 96 |
| Charles Gray | Mycroft Holmes | 71 (deceased) |
| Eric Porter | Professor Moriarty | 67 (deceased) |
| Denis Lill | Inspector Bradstreet | 84 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Sherlock Holmes are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.