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Sherlock

8.520104 seasons15TV SeriesCrimeDramaMystery

A modern update finds the famous sleuth and his doctor partner solving crime in 21st century London.

ProducersSue Vertue·Beryl Vertue

Where to watch

Sky GoSky GoBBC iPlayerBBC iPlayer
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
The Six Thatchers
Jan 1, 2017 7.0
E2
The Lying Detective
Jan 8, 2017 8.4
E3
The Final Problem
Jan 15, 2017 7.5

Cast

BCBenedict Cumberbatch
Benedict Cumberbatch
Sherlock Holmes
MFMartin Freeman
Martin Freeman
John Watson

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Sherlock — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Sherlock?

Sherlock is streaming on Sky Go and BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Sherlock on Netflix?

No, Sherlock is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Sky Go and BBC iPlayer.

Is Sherlock on Amazon Prime Video?

Sherlock isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Sherlock for free?

Sherlock is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.

How many seasons are in Sherlock?

Sherlock has 4 seasons in total (12 episodes). The series concluded in 2017.

Are all episodes of Sherlock out yet?

Yes — all 12 episodes across 4 seasons of Sherlock are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 5 of Sherlock?

No — Sherlock ended after 4 seasons, so there is no Season 5.

What book is Sherlock based on?

Sherlock is based on canon of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle.