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Unlocking Sherlock

Synopsis

Explore how writers Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss created the hit television sensation. Take a personal voyage through the versions of Holmes that have served as inspirations for the new series - the original stories, their factual origins, hundreds of film adaptations - to arrive at their thoroughly modern Sherlock. Moffat and Gatiss explain the challenges they encountered adapting the original adventures of the iconic super-sleuth. Go behind the scenes on the set of the hit television series, including interviews with actors Benedict Cumberbatch, Martin Freeman and Lara Pulver, who talk about the reinvention of their fictional characters.

Release History & Theatrical Window

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

November 3, 2014

Physical Home Media

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Susannah Ward
Original Title
Unlocking Sherlock
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 0m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Susannah Ward

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Susannah Ward

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Frequently Asked Questions About Unlocking Sherlock

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Unlocking Sherlock about?

Explore how writers Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss created the hit television sensation. Take a personal voyage through the versions of Holmes that have served as inspirations for the new series - the original stories, their factual origins, hundreds of film adaptations - to arrive at their thoroughly modern Sherlock. Moffat and Gatiss explain the challenges they encountered adapting the original adventures of the iconic super-sleuth. Go behind the scenes on the set of the hit television series, including interviews with actors Benedict Cumberbatch, Martin Freeman and Lara Pulver, who talk about the reinvention of their fictional characters.

Who directed Unlocking Sherlock?

Unlocking Sherlock was directed by Susannah Ward.

Who stars in Unlocking Sherlock?

The principal cast of Unlocking Sherlock includes Benedict Cumberbatch, Martin Freeman, Steven Moffat, Mark Gatiss, Andrew Scott.

When was Unlocking Sherlock released and how long is it?

Unlocking Sherlock was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.