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Sherlock Holmes

Seen it?

2009 | 129 min | Action, Mystery, Crime

Saturday Special

Why it’s a Saturday Special

It drew serious awards attention, it made about 6 times its budget and it's still drawing plenty of interest. A strong pick for the weekend.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for crime fans, anyone who likes to be kept guessing and action fans. If you loved Enola Holmes 2 or Enola Holmes, start here.
The mood
Tense, gritty.
The pace
Fast-moving, at 2 hr 9 min.
What might put you off
Nothing much: an easy pick for most people.

Eccentric consulting detective Sherlock Holmes and Doctor John Watson battle to bring down a new nemesis and unravel a deadly plot that could destroy England.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsSolid

    69% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    7.2 out of 10

  • AwardsStrong

    Won 1 Golden Globe: Golden Globe Awards: Best Actor – Musical or Comedy. Also nominated for 2 Oscars. Plus 2 other awards.

  • Box office & staying powerStrong

    $524 million worldwide on a $90 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactStrong

    About 501K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Guy Ritchie

  • Robert Downey Jr.Sherlock Holmes
  • Jude LawDr. John Watson
  • Rachel McAdamsIrene Adler
  • Mark StrongLord Henry Blackwood
  • Eddie MarsanInspector Lestrade
  • Robert MailletDredger
  • Geraldine JamesMrs. Hudson
  • Kelly ReillyMary Morstan
  • William HoustonConstable Clark
  • Hans MathesonLord Coward