I wonder when they had completed the first series, if they wondered just what they had made, a series loved by many years later, and the creation of Brett's Sherlock Holmes, for many, myself included, the ultimate Sherlock Holmes.
This first batch of mysteries is incredible, it's a wonderful series of faithful adaptations. They are exquisitely made, with great direction, flawless detail, with sets and costumes that to this day look fantastic.
Jeremy Brett is fabulous in the role, he's sincere, charismatic, energetic and still the best to play the part. David Burke is also wonderful here, he's charming and handsome, whilst I always saw Hardwicke as being the closer to the character in the book, Burke was wonderful, and the pair had great chemistry.
So many wonderful episodes, it's hard to pick out a favourite, however my personal trio of choice, The Copper Beeches, Speckled Band and The Final Problem. There is no weak link in this series.
Excellent guest performances, watch out for Joss Ackland, Jeremy Kemp and Eric Porter.
TV doesn't get much better than this. 10/10
This first batch of mysteries is incredible, it's a wonderful series of faithful adaptations. They are exquisitely made, with great direction, flawless detail, with sets and costumes that to this day look fantastic.
Jeremy Brett is fabulous in the role, he's sincere, charismatic, energetic and still the best to play the part. David Burke is also wonderful here, he's charming and handsome, whilst I always saw Hardwicke as being the closer to the character in the book, Burke was wonderful, and the pair had great chemistry.
So many wonderful episodes, it's hard to pick out a favourite, however my personal trio of choice, The Copper Beeches, Speckled Band and The Final Problem. There is no weak link in this series.
Excellent guest performances, watch out for Joss Ackland, Jeremy Kemp and Eric Porter.
TV doesn't get much better than this. 10/10