New detective series about 'best classic literature character ever' is announced
A detective drama centred on one of literature's most celebrated characters is scheduled for release next year, promising to deliver unprecedented insight into the enigmatic figure.Young Sherlock, featuring Hero Fiennes Tiffin (After Series) in the titular role of Sherlock Holmes, will arrive on our screens next year, to the excitement of devoted fans.Prime Video has unveiled a synopsis for the series, which reads: "The thrilling series, brought to life by visionary director and executive producer Guy Ritchie, charts the origin story of Sherlock Holmes in an irreverent, action-laden mystery that follows the iconic detective's early adventures."Young Sherlock will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide next year."With all the wit and charm of Guy Ritchie's Sherlock Holmes feature films, Young Sherlock follows the origin story of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's beloved detective in an explosive re-imagining of this iconic character's early days."Sherlock Holmes is a disgraced young man - raw and unfiltered - when he finds himself wrapped up in a murder case that threatens his liberty. His first-ever case unravels a globe-trotting conspiracy that changes his life forever."Many fans feel the Sherlock Holmes novels are all-time classics, with one Reddit user starting a discussion thread entitled "Sherlock Holmes is the best classic literature character ever," declaring that Sherlock was "one of the best books I've ever read".Another chimed in: "I must agree, Sherlock Holmes is a wonderful character. I don’t know about the best, but up there for sure.""Absolutely love reading and re-reading Holmes over and over again!" a third exclaimed.The cast features Hero Fiennes Tiffin alongside Dónal Finn (The Wheel of Time) portraying James Moriarty, Zine Tseng (3-Body Problem) as Gulun Shou, Joseph Fiennes (The Handmaid's Tale) taking on the role of Silas Holmes, and Natascha McElhone (Halo) playing Cordelia Holmes, reports the Express.The ensemble also includes Max Irons (Condor) and Colin Firth (The King's Speech), with Guy Ritchie serving as both director and executive producer. Matthew Parkhill acts as showrunner, writer, and executive producer, whilst Dhana Gilbert, Marc Resteghini, Simon Maxwell, Ivan Atkinson, Simon Kelton, and Colin Wilson serve as executive producers.Young Sherlock is scheduled to launch on Prime Video in 2026, though an exact release date remains under wraps.**For the latest showbiz, TV, movie and streaming news, go to the new **Everything Gossip** website**
