December 20th 2024.
It seems that our favorite crime-solving duo, Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman, are quite busy these days. Fans of the hit BBC series Sherlock may be wondering if the roles of Sherlock Holmes and John Watson could ever be recast in the future. Co-creator Steven Moffat has addressed this possibility, stating that it would cause quite an uproar among fans.
The show, which ran from 2010 to 2017, was a massive success, winning numerous awards and receiving critical acclaim. Benedict, 48, and Martin, 53, were the perfect pair to bring the modern-day adaptation of Sherlock Holmes to life. However, since the show's conclusion, both actors have been busy with other projects, making a reboot of the series seem unlikely.
In an interview with Metro, Steven, now 62, shared that a Sherlock reboot would only be possible if both Benedict and Martin were available to reprise their roles. He stated, "I'm sorry, I think people would be up in arms if we tried to recast either of them or do [the show] without them. I think people want those guys, that's our show." It's clear that the chemistry between the two lead actors is a crucial element of the show's success.
Steven also acknowledged that while there are many versions of Sherlock Holmes, Benedict and Martin's portrayal is the one that fans have come to know and love. He explained, "Our version of Sherlock Holmes is Benedict and Martin. So if they don't want to do it or can't do it, then there is no more Sherlock. That's it."
It's clear that Steven has a deep respect for the actors and their performances on the show. He added, "But you wouldn't like it. You wouldn't like it if somebody else came in and pretended to be Benedict or pretended to be Martin. It would be awful."
Despite the challenges of scheduling and availability, Steven has expressed his desire to continue the show if given the opportunity. He has even stated that he would "start writing Sherlock tomorrow" if given the greenlight.
Other cast members, such as Louise Brealey who played Molly Hooper, have also expressed their enthusiasm for a possible return. However, they understand that it may not be likely due to the difficulties of bringing everyone back together.
In the meantime, Steven has been keeping busy with other projects, including a return to Doctor Who and the launch of his original ITV series, Douglas Is Cancelled. He even wrote this year's Doctor Who Christmas special, Joy To The World, starring Nicola Coughlan.
It's clear that Steven is a talented and busy showrunner, juggling multiple projects at once. He has even joked that he has written so much for Doctor Who that he can "always find the on switch for that part of [his] brain."
As for a potential comeback for Sherlock, fans will have to wait and see. But for now, the show's legacy continues to live on through streaming on BBC iPlayer. And as Steven said, "Sherlock Holmes will never wear out."
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