New Holmes. New Watson. New York.
A modern-day drama about a crime-solving duo that cracks the NYPD's most impossible cases. Following his fall from grace in London and a stint in rehab, eccentric Sherlock escapes to Manhattan where his wealthy father forces him to live with his worst nightmare - a sober companion, Dr. Watson.
CreatorRobert Doherty
Pilot
Sep 27, 2012
Detective Sherlock Holmes, along with his sober companion, Dr. Joan Watson, uses his uncanny ability to read people and analyze crimes to assist the NYPD on some of their more difficult cases. In the season premiere, Holmes consults on a home invasion that resulted in murder.
While You Were Sleeping
Oct 4, 2012
Sherlock uses his powers of deduction to consult on the murder of a young man who is shot upon entering his apartment. Meanwhile, Watson has dinner with her ex-boyfriend, Ty Morstan.
Child Predator
Oct 18, 2012
Sherlock and Watson consult on a child abduction case involving a serial killer who is nicknamed "The Balloon Man," because he leaves a signature batch of balloons at each of his crime scenes.
The Rat Race
Oct 25, 2012
When Sherlock investigates what appears to be a series of murders at a top Wall Street firm, he may himself fall foul of a sociopathic slayer. Joan is set up on a blind date and shows investigative instincts.
Lesser Evils
Nov 1, 2012
Sherlock tries to determine who has been killing weak and terminal patients at a hospital, making it look like they died of natural causes. Meanwhile, Sherlock learns more about Joan’s decision to walk away from her surgical career.
Flight Risk
Nov 8, 2012
Joan is invited to dinner with Sherlock's father. Meanwhile, Sherlock investigates the crash of a small jet, unraveling a mystery beyond a simple accident.
One Way to Get Off
Nov 15, 2012
Sherlock assists with a double homicide that has the same M.O. as a series of murders that took place 13 years ago. Meanwhile, after being frozen out by Sherlock, Watson visits his old rehab center in order to learn more about the mysterious man in her care.
The Long Fuse
Nov 29, 2012
While investigating an explosion that kills two people, Sherlock discovers a crime that’s been lying dormant for years. Meanwhile, Watson encourages Sherlock to finally pick a sponsor.
You Do It to Yourself
Dec 6, 2012
Sherlock uses his trademark deductive reasoning skills to find the killer of a college professor. Meanwhile, Watson gets a call from a former lover who needs her help in disproving hit-and-run charges.
The Leviathan
Dec 13, 2012
Sherlock is called in to investigate when a supposedly uncrackable bank vault called “The Leviathan” is breached. Meanwhile, Joan is pleasantly surprised when Sherlock meets her family and defends her choice to become a sober companion.
Dirty Laundry
Jan 3, 2013
Sherlock and Joan investigate the murder of the general manager of a high-end Manhattan hotel whose body is found inside an industrial laundry machine. Meanwhile, since Joan’s time with Sherlock is almost up, he offers her an apprenticeship.
M.
Jan 10, 2013
Sherlock is reunited with “M.” a British criminal who appears to have followed Sherlock to New York. Meanwhile, Joan has reservations about leaving Sherlock and taking on a new client.
The Red Team
Jan 31, 2013
While on suspension from the NYPD, Sherlock investigates a suspicious hit-and-run accident involving a conspiracy theorist. Meanwhile, Watson tries to broker peace between Sherlock and Gregson.
The Deductionist
Feb 3, 2013
Sherlock pursues Martin Ennis, an unpredictable criminal, before he strikes again. During the investigation, Sherlock is forced to work alongside Kathryn Drummond, the FBI profiler who literally wrote the book on Ennis. Meanwhile, Watson faces eviction from her apartment.
A Giant Gun, Filled with Drugs
Feb 7, 2013
When Sherlock's ex-drug dealer, Rhys, comes around for help, Watson is concerned about Sherlock's sobriety after Rhys implies that Sherlock on drugs made a better detective.
Details
Feb 14, 2013
Sherlock investigates what he believes will be an open-and-shut case after Detective Bell is attacked. However, the case takes an unexpected turn when the suspected assailant is found dead. Meanwhile, Sherlock encourages Joan to learn self-defense.
Possibility Two
Feb 21, 2013
Sherlock investigates a case involving a wealthy philanthropist who believes his incurable illness was given to him on purpose. Meanwhile, Sherlock tries to teach Joan his deductive skills by sending her to a suspicious dry cleaning establishment.
Déjà Vu All Over Again
Mar 14, 2013
Joan investigates her first solo case when a wife disappears. The missing woman left behind a tear-filled video that mentions a murder on a subway platform. While Joan searches for the vanished lady, Sherlock probes the murder.
Snow Angels
Apr 4, 2013
Sherlock and Joan try to prevent the largest cash vault in the U.S. from being robbed during a deadly blizzard. Meanwhile, Holmes gives shelter to Ms. Hudson, a transgender woman who is recovering from her latest breakup.
Dead Man's Switch
Apr 25, 2013
Sherlock and Joan hunt for the accomplice of a murdered blackmailer who targeted families of rape victims. Meanwhile, Sherlock resists celebrating his first year of sobriety.
A Landmark Story
May 2, 2013
Sherlock resumes his hunt for Moriarty when Sebastian Moran reveals that a man who was thought to be dead from a heart attack was actually on the list of intended victims from Moriarty.
Risk Management
May 9, 2013
Sherlock agrees to take a case from a man claiming to be Moriarty, hoping it will bring him closer to finding his nemesis. Meanwhile, Gregson encourages Joan to give up the dangerous line of work she has chosen and go back to being a sober companion.
The Woman (1)
May 16, 2013
As Sherlock reels at the reappearance of his former lover, Irene Adler, a series of flashbacks unravel the tumultuous events that led to his downfall into addiction. Meanwhile, he and Joan once again find themselves in the crosshairs of the enigmatic Moriarty.
Heroine (2)
May 16, 2013
As Sherlock reels at the reappearance of his former lover, Irene Adler, a series of flashbacks unravel the tumultuous events that led to his downfall into addiction. Meanwhile, he and Joan once again find themselves in the crosshairs of the enigmatic Moriarty.
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**Score: 10/10 — A Masterpiece of Character, Chemistry, and Quiet Revolution** *Elementary* is not just a great adaptation; it is a perfect television series. What begins as a clever, modern-day New York reinvention of Sherlock Holmes evolves over seven seasons into one of the most profoundly human, intelligently written, and emotionally resonant dramas ever to grace the screen. A reconsideration reveals its true stature: this is a **10/10 show**, a landmark achievement where the mystery-of-the-week is merely the elegant framework for a breathtaking exploration of recovery, family, and platonic love. **The Unparalleled Core: Joan and Sherlock** The series’ immortal legacy is the **masterpiece in writing and chemistry between Joan Watson and Sherlock Holmes.** In Lucy Liu’s Joan—a former surgeon turned sober companion and then partner—the show found not a sidekick, but an intellectual and emotional equal. Jonny Lee Miller’s Sherlock is a raw, vulnerable, and brilliant portrayal of addiction and genius. Their relationship, built on unwavering respect, forensic teamwork, and a deep, chaste love, **is more reminiscent of a UK series in its restraint and depth** than a typical U.S. procedural. It is television's greatest depiction of a chosen family. **A Constellation of Standout Characters:** **All of the main characters are a standout.** The supporting cast is never sidelined. The **evolution of the relationship between Joan and Kitty** (the superb Ophelia Lovibond) is a heartbreaking and brilliant study in mentorship and trauma. The complex, fraught dynamics with **Sherlock's father, Morland** (the magnificently shrewd John Noble), and his brother, **Mycroft** (a perfectly cast Rhys Ifans), provide Shakespearean layers of familial conflict, betrayal, and fragile reconciliation. Captain Gregson (Aidan Quinn) and Detective Bell (Jon Michael Hill) are far more than cliché cops; they are integral parts of the family unit, each with their own powerful arcs. **The Emotional Spectrum: Laughter and Tears** The show’s genius is its tonal range. **Many times throughout this series I have laughed *with* them and cried *both for and with* them.** The humour is sharp and character-driven, often stemming from Sherlock's bizarre literalism or Joan's dry wit. The sadness is earned and profound—stemming from loss, relapse, betrayal, and the painful cost of doing their work. The happiness is hard-won and therefore infinitely more precious. **The Verdict:** *Elementary* is a quiet revolutionary. It took the world's most famous detective and gave him something more compelling than a puzzle: a journey toward humanity, anchored by a partnership that redefined "soulmate." It is endlessly rewatchable, not for the whodunit, but for the who-they-are. It might absolutely **be time to watch it again!** You will find even more layers, more grace notes in the performances, and more appreciation for a show that believed the greatest mystery to solve was the human heart. **Watch if:** You crave intelligent character drama, flawless acting, stories about recovery and found family, or a fresh, definitive take on Sherlock Holmes. **Skip if:** You require fast-paced, action-heavy plots or prefer your Sherlock adaptations to be strictly period pieces. This is a slow-burn, emotional, and deeply cerebral masterpiece.
