Jeremy Brett gave his portrayal of Holmes something no one else did before or since - a quickness of movement, a sharpness of speech, a single-minded focus on the question; he was beyond brilliant in the role - he WAS Sherlock Holmes.

He reminded me of a dancer, skilfully using his whole body to portray the character. Love him. 🇦🇺🇦🇺💕💕

My dad and I watched these front to back in the 80s on PBS. Watching these today brings me a smile as I think of him . Love you Dad, till I hug you again.

Takes me back to the old PBS days, when we would flock to the giant tv to watch mystery , nature and Nova to name a few, the good ole days 😊👍👍🐈‍⬛

Not only did Jeremy Brett give a very special portrayal of Holmes, but the entire episode was very special. Every actor gave a splendid performance.

Jeremy Brett is My Favourite Sherlock Holmes ❤

Script, Jeremy Brett acting, production value, everything about this is spectacular, a true masterpiece

Others played Sherlock Holmes. Jeremy Brett became Sherlock Holmes. He fought through serious illness to complete the work and died shortly after. RIP Mr Brett....we are all in your debt.

"Sherlock Holmes is cheerful, so Sherlock Holmes must have a case." "PAH!" Is probably my favourite scene in cinematic history, no exaggerations

These two men portray Holmes and Watson perfectly. Their relationship is perfect for me. Holmes is brilliant but quirky, his use of opiates and cocaine is no big deal. Watson is mature and an excellent partner for Holmes. He is not a dumbo clown such as earlier portrayals nor a ninja smart ass as more recent portrayals. No other portrayals of either comes close to their cinematic adventures of the deeds of Sherlock Holmes faithfully recounted by Dr. Watson, his friend and colleague. I’m so grateful to be able to watch these for free. The people acting the other parts are also great such as the local constable.

Brett was, is and forever will be Sherlock Holmes ❤🎩🎻⚖️💉🩸⚰️

When I saw this episode I chuckled when Abe Slaney came riding in looking like a cowboy with a big 10-gallon hat. I'm glad Granada did that for in the original Sydney Paget illustrations of the story that's exactly how Slaney looked - a Brit's version of an American criminal. Bravo Granada for those kind of authentic touches.

The thought that Jeremy Brett is no more makes me sad💔😔

this is how good british television used to be

"How absurdly simple" - brilliant start-&-end bracketing! Brett and Burke shared a casual chemistry ranking very high among film and TV duos.

Peter Jeremy William Huggins, professionally known as Jeremy Brett (A name he got of the label inside of a suit) was a wonderful actor. He really was one of the best Holmes…. The world lost something , when he passed away . . .

I love the humor in the first scene with Holmes and Watson. The securities deduction, Holmes’ glee at having the case, Watson having the last laugh with the hat. It’s a great bit of character-based humor.

Jeremy Brett played the perfect role of Sherlock Holmes! Just as David Suchet played the role of Hercule Poirot! Both near perfect, if there ever were.

Great episode. I still remember the first time I read this story as a kid. I was sleeping over at my grandma's house my parents when out town for the evening. And I brought the Holmes collected stories with me. It really captured my imagination. Lol. I couldn't put it down and was so intrigued by the drawings. It was giving me shivers down my spine. This was the first story that really hooked me on Holmes for life. Good times! These Granada episodes with Brett and Burke/Hardwicke are truly the gold standard.

Jeremy looks so young, so good. I miss him.

David Burke was the perfect as Dr Watson.

Jeremy Brett is to Sherlock Holmes is like David Suchet was to Poirot. Not the only actor to play their character but a definitive performance

the way watson jibs back at holmes with the timing of the knock, and then answers the door to allow holmes just enough time to put on his coat and greet them as if he'd been waiting-- brilliant!

Jeremy Brett is the definitive Holmes!!!

Beautiful production. Wonderful costumes, gorgeous interiors and furniture. Fantastic atmosphere...

Watching this years after you uploaded it, and remembering how terrified I was watching it as a child when it first aired on US PBS; I instinctively knew those dancing men foreshadowed tragedy! Thanks so much for posting this!

Jeremy Brett is the best Holmes with no doubts 👌🏼

He truely was exceptional in his portrayal of Holmes, just how you imagined him from the books!

😊👍. Jeremy Brett set out to be the definitive Sherlock Holmes of his period. He totally succeeded! .

I've recently discovered these and somehow missed this story. This was just so brilliantly done.

My dad gave me the entire Sherlock Holmes works of A.C.Doyle for my eighteenth birthday, and Sherlock has always been my detective of choice. Indeed, following his example, (and episodes of Dragnet and Adam 12), I became a police detective and actually employed many of Doyle's' concepts in my very successful career. Jeremy Brett is the personification of Mr Holmes and whoever put the sets together, (especially 221b Baker Street), was spot on! Many thanks for posting these excellent works...

I certainly didn't expect to cry while watching this episode for the first time but, here I am, tears on my cheeks. This story was touching.

Jeremy Brett is the "parfait" Sherlock Holmes. He shows people an actor is an artist!

I don't know how I came upon these episodes but I'm loving it! Thanks for posting.

With Jeremy Brett in the main role, and David Burke as Doctor Watson, you will always have a treat. Please enjoy this Movie as I did.

I saw these when they were first shown , by Diana Riggs, on PBS. Then , again, last year in chronological order. I just couldn’t get enough . I remember when they were on TV..I guess it was in the 1990s. I made sure I NEVER missed an episode. Many of them , especially when Holmes made his own, decisions for justice at the end, were so satisfying, I can’t tell you. .

This was beautifully written

10:15 "EXPLAIN!! Mr Cubit. And COME TO THE POINT!" - lol I just love how Jeremy Brett played Holmes - someone of such high intelligence as Holmes has very little tolerance for babbling, so he played him brilliantly

Thank you for once again giving us Holmes and Watson, it's like savoring something delicious for the mind

This is one of best version of Sherlock Holmes . It's shame that isn't more popular.

Everyone has their favorite pairs for Sherlock and Watson, regardless these two did an excellent job.

Elsie's score is somewhat similar to the main melody of the 2nd Movement of Dvorak's 9th Symphony ("From The New World"). And it makes sense, since the Symphony is mainly about the New World (America) and his feelings of nostalgia (Dvorak was from Czech Republic, but he moved to the USA).

Sherlock is always one step ahead of Watson, but because he cares for and values his friendship he always deals with him gently and lovingly. Note the little smile when Homes realizes that Watson was looking at his code book. And then again when Watson explains the code, he smiles like a proud parent whose child has learned a new skill.

What a sad story. Poor woman brought doom to the man she loved.

Sherlock being proud of Watson for explaining how he deciphered the dancing men is the epitome of a bromance

Jeremy Brett and David Burke and also Edward Hardwicke are the best Holmes and Watson ever put to film. I have seen these many times and I still watch them. Jeremy Brett is perfect in this role.

jeremy brett and basil rathbone the two great cherlock holmes ever ! all the actors and the setting in the two series are wonderful , they are great in their own right. i enjoyd both series a lot !!!

0:49 An example of what I mean about authenticity in these productions . . . the very antique clippers she's using! All that for a shot not lasting more than a couple of seconds!

The Best Sherlock Holmes ever….. Jeremy Brett

The classic detective 😀. No one can match Sherlock Holmes popularity and influence. Every detective created has drawn inspiration from him.😁

Jeremy Brett was the definitive Sherlock Holmes and Devid Burke was the perfect Watson.

Wonderful rendition of a classic Doyle Holmes tale.

30:15 I just love the facial acting here. Without a single word you can tell they're running a gamut of emotions; Investment, Realization, "Oh crap...", Coordination, Urgency

Jeremy Brett was the one and only Shelock Holmes. im grateful to be able to watch him back in the 20th Century

Absolutely great!! The modern Holmes “want-a-bes”: Cumberbatch and Downe; could never do anything this real, this subtle!! Jeremy Brett lived to be Sherlock Holmes and he was successful to the max! I learn something new every time I watch it. I’ve watched all 42 several times. They are like Poirot or Miss Marple to me. Just imagine: one man using his solitary hand is brain, curiosity, common sense and imagination to solve these problems. Thanks for these.

hands down the best ever Sherlock Holmes - unsurpassed

Poor Mr Hilton Cubitt

A great story and fantastic acting.

I've read (more than once) every single Sherlock Holmes story amd these are the only movie or television adaptations that do justice to the brilliant books.

J. Brett the BEST on screen Sherlock Holmes!!

Brett is an excellent Holmes, I'm partial to Rathbone but Brett puts his own stamp on the role which is unique, playing Holmes is scrutinized by all who see, a difficult role to make believable, yet he pulls off a great rendition.

My dear childhood my favourite episode of Sherlock Holmes finally back again thank you bro. And thank you Jeremy Brett for playing Sherlock you will always be my childhood that I will never forget

David Burke was my favorite Dr Watson 😁😁😁😁😁

From a french perspective mr jeremy Brett is the best Sherlock Holmes

I think Brett is the best Holmes, and I *know* this is the best Watson, hands down!

Thank You for showing this series. All the supporting cast are so talented. And of course Sherlock and Watson are beyond words✨

That sneering lip. Jeremy Brett. Perfection.

Absolutely the two perfect Holmes and Watson: Jeremy Brett and David Burke.

This may very well be the best one of these adaptations. The script is superb. The production is detailed and lavish. Most of all, Brett is absolutely excellent in the grand manner.

Jeremy is the Best

Wonderful!!!😍🤩😍🤩

Love Sherlock. Unfortunate about the bus in the background of the last few frames.

These remain so good, so insanely good.

“The dancing men” is one of my favorites and Hound of the Baskervilles, I picture Kelsey Grammar (frasier crane) watching these too!

Wow, super-high quality upload! Thanks!

One of the best of the series. Holmes does actual detective work. There's a couple (The Solitary Cyclist for example) that just have him along for the ride as it unfolds. Here, his work is moving the story forward, including ensnaring the murderer.

A Fine episode. The sets are splendid.

Thanks. I love Jeremy.

Jeremy is the real Sherlock 👍

"By George..how did you ever see that?" "Because Dr. I looked for it..."

I like how Elsie says Darbyshire the way most Americans would. Good attention to detail.

Ah, I will always see Jeremy Brett whenever I read Sherlock Holmes stories. Brett lived Sherlock in every word, look, and move. Fabulous. But I feel the same about David Burke as Watson. Given how Doyle describes Watson's relationship with Holmes, it would be easy to play Watson as a fool or a sycophant. Burke gives Watson his dignity, his courage, and his value to Sherlock. Thus, Burke will forever be Watson in my mind.

I actually saw this in my English class

This story taught me a lot about cracking a code.

Jeremy Brett - No1 Sherlock Holmes

Simply the best...

I would have loved to have watched Mr Brett on stage🌹❤️

Thank you very much for thid upload. I appreciate it very much!🎉 I especially love when he jumps over the couch!

Anyone else notice how all the actors, including the one playing the American gangster, pronounced "Chicago" with a normal "ch" as in cheese rather than a "sh" as in French words like "chanson" which we use today? So, this must have been (according to the programme's researchers) the common pronunciation back in Conan Doyle's day. Interesting.

🤩🤩💖thank you

I just finished the audiobook narrated by Greg Wagland. Then watched this. Both excellent.

I never liked Sherlock Holmes very much until I got a chance to watch this series on PBS years ago. Mr. Brett will always be Holmes to me.

i have always preferred the Rathbone production of adaltarions of Doyle's stories, as they were the first on scene and radio in USA.I admit that I enjoyed this very much.

"How ABZURSDLY simple".

I like this version because it is close to the book, without silly inventions of producers and screenwriters.

Definitely! Jeremy Brett is the best in Sherlock Holmes!!!

I so enjoy these pbs episodes. I longer wstch tv and have no idea what pbs is up to these days . Loved masterpiece theatre. Wish i had all the i Claudius, George Sand, Middlemarch, many others. Now after all these years i am watching mr. Brett and loving it! Thanks. Yes Brett's portrayal us fabulous. But i would not say it is better than Basil Rathbone. Like Charlie Chan. Loved both Tolar and Oland. 🦂

JB is the quintessential Holmes. The first time I read SH as a teenager I pictured Holmes exactly this way.

I'm now 67. I used to love this series when I first watched them back in the 80s. But now on second viewing I have neither patience nor love for it and find the whole Sherlock Holmes business nothing but a soporific. Jeremy Brett was really the only reason ever to watch, who gave some life to otherwise moribund stories. My past fondness for the series was really only a fondness for the actor, much as it was my fondness for Basil Rathbone who first incarnated Sherlock Holmes so very long ago. Very sadly I read the following: "Basil Rathbone is synonymous with Sherlock Holmes.He played the Victorian sleuth in the fourteen Fox/Universal films of the 1930s and ’40s, as well as on stage and radio. For many people, he is the Holmes.Basil Rathbone grew to hate Sherlock Holmes.The character placed restrictions on his career: before Holmes he was an esteemed theatre actor, appearing in Broadway plays such as The Captive and The Swan, the latter of which became his launchpad to greater stardom. But he never, ever escaped his most famous role.Basil Rathbone was not Sherlock Holmes.In The Curse of Sherlock Holmes, celebrated biographer David Clayton looks at the behind-the-camera life of a remarkable man who deserved so much more than to be relegated to just one role."

This video is one of the best, IMO.