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Sherlock Holmes

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When a string of brutal murders terrorizes London, it doesn't take long for legendary detective Sherlock Holmes (Robert Downey Jr.) and his crime-solving partner, Dr. Watson (Jude Law), to find the killer, Lord Blackwood (Mark Strong). A devotee of the dark arts, Blackwood has a bigger scheme in mind, and his execution plays right into his plans. The game is afoot when Blackwood seems to rise from the grave, plunging Holmes and Watson into the world of the occult and strange technologies.
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Guy Ritchie's directorial style might not be quite the best fit for an update on the legendary detective, but Sherlock Holmes benefits from the elementary appeal of a strong performance by Robert Downey, Jr.

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Shubhra Gupta The Indian Express 04/17/2019
2/5
Watch it, by all means, for a dazzling visual feast, but be warned, this Sherlock is more show than tell. Go to Full Review Ed Koch The Atlantic 01/16/2018
The Victorian sets are terrific and the performances of Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law, both consummate actors with a special style, are excellent. Nevertheless, their performances are not enough to compensate for a less than stellar script. Go to Full Review Candice Frederick Reel Talk Online 09/11/2017
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As for the film itself, in true Guy Ritchie style is was all over the place with the craziness. But if you can set aside your image of Boyle's Sherlock, you may enjoy this a little more. Go to Full Review Juan Pablo Russo EscribiendoCine Jan 16
6/10
It undoubtedly had the potential to be much more, were it not for a certain narrative pretentiousness that ultimately detracted from the final result. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Nick Rogers Midwest Film Journal Apr 28
4/5
The film lets character elements breathe before enshrouding Sherlock Holmes in a rather rote mystery. Even amid herky-jerky rushes of headlong exposition, Robert Downey, Jr. keeps the proceedings humming at a good clip with amusing performative nuance. Go to Full Review Elliott Cuff Loud and Clear Reviews Mar 20
3.5/5
Sherlock Holmes remains a strong calling card for Ritchie, as well as an under-appreciated chapter in the respective careers of its star-studded cast. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Seola 1d Epic. Might be a bit edgy, still, very cool. See more Spartan R. @spartan_rage Jan 17 I thoroughly enjoyed this series. Captivating, exciting, with a great storyline. Love the acting too, which is not a surprise, considering the actors highly recommend. See more Lilith C @Lainat567 Dec 18 I personally loved it. But others not so much... could have done so much better on it but its definitely a good show. See more Jordan P Oct 29 Sherlock & Watson are both very dashing with a fun chemistry between them. I wish I was a rich and handsome man too sometimes. Big fan of the way Guy Ritchie portrays autism in these movies with all the zooms and intense sounds. See more Karl N Sep 3 Absolutely loved this movie. Perfectly cast. Well acted. Great visuals. Great story. Well done. Make a half dozen more. See more Wendel L @BRZRKR Aug 4 Direção: Bom Atuação: Bom Roteiro: Ok Caracterização: Bom Soundtrack: Ok See more Read all reviews
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Guy Ritchie

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Robert Downey Jr.

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Jude Law

Dr. John Watson

Rachel McAdams

Irene Adler

Mark Strong

Blackwood

Eddie Marsan

Inspector Lestrade

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Synopsis When a string of brutal murders terrorizes London, it doesn't take long for legendary detective Sherlock Holmes (Robert Downey Jr.) and his crime-solving partner, Dr. Watson (Jude Law), to find the killer, Lord Blackwood (Mark Strong). A devotee of the dark arts, Blackwood has a bigger scheme in mind, and his execution plays right into his plans. The game is afoot when Blackwood seems to rise from the grave, plunging Holmes and Watson into the world of the occult and strange technologies.
Director
Guy Ritchie
Producer
Joel Silver, Lionel Wigram, Susan Downey, Dan Lin
Screenwriter
Michael Robert Johnson, Anthony Peckham, Simon Kinberg
Distributor
Warner Bros.
Production Co
Silver Pictures, Wigram Productions
Rating
PG-13 (Intense Sequences of Action|A Scene of Suggestive Material|Intense Sequences of Violence|Startling Images)
Genre
Action, Adventure, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Dec 25, 2009, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 20, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA)
$209.0M
Runtime
2h 8m
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