The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1971 · ITV1 · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes have?
The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes has 2 seasons and 26 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 20, 1971 to May 7, 1973.
Is The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes?
It takes 21h 40m (1300 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 11 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 21.7 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 11 days.
Where can you stream or watch The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes?
The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes is available for streaming on Britbox Apple TV Channel, PBS, BritBox, PBS Masterpiece Amazon Channel, BritBox Amazon Channel, Thirteen, WETA+. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes?
The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes?
The primary ensemble cast includes Kenneth Colley as Farrish (age 87 (deceased)), Douglas Wilmer as Prof. Van Dusen (age 96 (deceased)), Ronald Hines as Jonathan Pryde (age 87 (deceased)), Peter Barkworth as Martin Hewitt (age 77 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Colley | Farrish | 87 (deceased) |
| Douglas Wilmer | Prof. Van Dusen | 96 (deceased) |
| Ronald Hines | Jonathan Pryde | 87 (deceased) |
| Peter Barkworth | Martin Hewitt | 77 (deceased) |
| Peter Vaughan | Dorrington | 93 (deceased) |
| Cyd Hayman | Miss Chapman | 82 |
| Petronella Barker | Miss Parrot | – |
| Paul Whitsun-Jones | Fat man | 50 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.