Sherlock BBC

When Sir Arthur Conan Doyle first penned the Sherlock Holmes series, I am sure he didn't see his stories still affecting millions currently. The tale of the Consulting Detective Sherlock Holmes and his always constant side kick Dr. John Watson have seen many different interpretations of their adventures. Although there have been many renditions of the series, but there is one that stands out against the rest. Sherlock BBC is a quirky dark television show that places the 19th century stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in the 20th century and it is a refreshing and stunning take on the age old tales. Now here are reasons why you have to watch it:

Benedict Cumberbatch as Sherlock Holmes

Benedict Cumberbatch is an amazing man. His performance of the detective is refreshing and hilarious. Benedict encompasses everything that makes the detective quirky and well loved. Benedict creates a larger than life and enigmatic character that draws the audience in and is a world wind sensation to watch.

Not only has Benedict created a very unique and appealing version of Sherlock Holmes, he has also won an emmy for his role as the great detective. He has a bloody delicious accent and the man is just overall amazing in general. Plus when I refer to Bumblebuns Cumbercrumbs you still know who I'm talking about.

Here is just a taste of Benedict Cumberbatch's Sherlock - (x)

The Villian - James Moriarty

What to say, what to say about Jim Moriarty? The man is a genius for certain, the ying to Sherlock's yang. Moriarty is witty, ostentatious, wild, and dangerous. He is the villain that a great anti heroic character like Sherlock needs, and the audience is horrifyingly intrigued by. Andrew Scott plays the large and at times difficult role that is Moriarty. To put together a character that can so easily transform right before your very eyes as a jovial sometimes horrifyingly happy Moriarty into a dangerous and feral unleashed animal.



The cunning and the terror that a man as adorable as Andrew Scott can put into his character is chilling. The role of Moriarty has boosted Scott's career, creating a great credibility in his range of acting. Scott's rendition of Moriarty is powerful and it leaves a lasting impact that may be hard for future villains to fill.

if you don't believe me just watch this amazing first scene with Moriarty and Sherlock - (x)


The Seasons

In all honesty if you haven't watched Sherlock BBC you really don't have any excuse to not. In total there are three seasons with each episode lasting up to an hour and thirty minutes each. It's basically like a movie per episode and it is so packed full of awesome you don't even realize how much time has passed by.

Now some people may be thinking 'three seasons with episodes that are more than an average 45 minutes is ridiculous. I don't have that kind of time." Now here is where you are wrong. There are only 3 episodes per season. Seriously. Nine episodes in total. I shit you not. It is great if you are wanting a quick show to watch over the weekend. There really isn't a reason why you should not watch the show.





Yes, listen to Sherlock. Watch the telly. You won't regret it. Plus all 3 seasons are on Netflix so is there really any reason you shouldn't watch it?