Sherlock Holmes (1964): cast, story & where to watch

1964 · Series · ★ 6.7

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Released in 1964, Sherlock Holmes is a mystery, crime and drama series.

What it’s about. Sherlock Holmes (also known as 'Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes') is a series of Sherlock Holmes adaptations produced by British television company BBC between 1964 and 1968. This was the second screen adaption of Sherlock Holmes for BBC Television.

Who’s in it. Sherlock Holmes stars Peter Cushing as Sherlock Holmes, Douglas Wilmer as Sherlock Holmes, Nigel Stock as Dr. Watson and Liane Aukin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Sherlock Holmes has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sherlock Holmes page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sherlock Holmes tend to enjoy Attack on Titan, Stranger Things, House and Riverdale.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sherlock Holmes (1964)?
In GB, Sherlock Holmes is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Sherlock Holmes worth watching?
Sherlock Holmes holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery, crime and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Sherlock Holmes?
Sherlock Holmes stars Peter Cushing, Douglas Wilmer, Nigel Stock, Liane Aukin and Patrick Troughton.
When was Sherlock Holmes released?
Sherlock Holmes was released in 1964.