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Sherlock Holmes

Series Overview

The first American television series of Sherlock Holmes adventures aired in syndication in the fall of 1954. The 39 half-hour mostly original stories were produced by Sheldon Reynolds and filmed in France by Guild Films, starring Ronald Howard as Holmes and Howard Marion Crawford as Watson. Archie Duncan appeared in many episodes as Inspector Lestrade. Richard Larke, billed as Kenneth Richards, played Sgt. Wilkins in about fifteen episodes. The series' associate producer, Nicole Milinaire, was one of the first women to attain a senior production role in a television series.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network

Broadcast Syndication

Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 39 Episodes

25 min per episode

Air Date Window

1954 – 1955

Premiered: Mon, Oct 18, 1954

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Mon, Oct 17, 1955

Season 1, Episode 39: “The Case of the Tyrant's Daughter”

A chemist is accused of the murder of his fiancé's stepfather, who was determined to keep the two apart. Although there is mounting evidence of the chemist's guilt, Holmes is requested by the old man's housekeeper to investigate the case, as she believes the young man to be innocent.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-PG

TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

United States (MPAA)TV-PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

CanadaPG

Parental Guidance Suggested.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sherlock Holmes

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What is Sherlock Holmes about?

The first American television series of Sherlock Holmes adventures aired in syndication in the fall of 1954. The 39 half-hour mostly original stories were produced by Sheldon Reynolds and filmed in France by Guild Films, starring Ronald Howard as Holmes and Howard Marion Crawford as Watson. Archie Duncan appeared in many episodes as Inspector Lestrade. Richard Larke, billed as Kenneth Richards, played Sgt. Wilkins in about fifteen episodes. The series' associate producer, Nicole Milinaire, was one of the first women to attain a senior production role in a television series.

How many seasons does Sherlock Holmes have?

Sherlock Holmes comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Sherlock Holmes?

Key cast members in Sherlock Holmes include Howard Marion-Crawford, Ronald Howard, Archie Duncan, Richard Larke.

Who created or directed Sherlock Holmes?

Sherlock Holmes was developed and directed by Not specified.