Sherlock Holmes

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Sherlock Holmes

PG-13

Released Dec 25, 2009

2h 8m

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Mystery & Thriller

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When a string of brutal murders terrorizes London, it doesn't take long for legendary detective Sherlock Holmes (Robert Downey Jr.) and his crime-solving partner, Dr. Watson (Jude Law), to find the killer, Lord Blackwood (Mark Strong). A devotee of the dark arts, Blackwood has a bigger scheme in mind, and his execution plays right into his plans. The game is afoot when Blackwood seems to rise from the grave, plunging Holmes and Watson into the world of the occult and strange technologies.

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Critics Consensus

Guy Ritchie's directorial style might not be quite the best fit for an update on the legendary detective, but Sherlock Holmes benefits from the elementary appeal of a strong performance by Robert Downey, Jr.

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Shubhra Gupta

The Indian Express

Watch it, by all means, for a dazzling visual feast, but be warned, this Sherlock is more show than tell.

Rated: 2/5

Apr 17, 2019

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Ed Koch

The Atlantic

The Victorian sets are terrific and the performances of Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law, both consummate actors with a special style, are excellent. Nevertheless, their performances are not enough to compensate for a less than stellar script.

Jan 16, 2018

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Candice Frederick

Reel Talk Online

As for the film itself, in true Guy Ritchie style is was all over the place with the craziness. But if you can set aside your image of Boyle's Sherlock, you may enjoy this a little more.

Rated: B

Sep 11, 2017

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

Ritchie [has] slapped the viewer across the face to get their attention, and in the process changed the character for a less attentive audience.

Rated: 3/4

Aug 28, 2023

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Sean Axmaker

Stream on Demand

Guy Ritchie brings his slick crime movie style to the old-school detective stories of Arthur Conan Doyle and turns the venerable detective into a strapping, scrapping action hero...

Apr 22, 2022

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Mikel Zorrilla

Espinof

An entertaining update of the legendary detective that succeeds largely by the chemistry between Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law. [Full Review in Spanish]

May 17, 2021

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Witch King o

Guy Ritchie's adaptation delivers a thrilling and stylish experience. The intricate plot, stunning visuals and breathtaking fight or flight sequences are a testament to Ritchie's masterful storytelling. Robert Downey Jnr and Jude Law have electric chemistry and bring a fresh energy to the characters.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

11/10/24

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Andy B

Although it takes a while to get into the mumbly, rapid fire dialogue and adjust expectations to realise the whole thing is very silly, it's actually a fun watch which painstakingly sets up up a thoroughly rubbish sequel. Taken for what it is though, it's a novel and enjoyable film.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

11/02/24

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William B

Definitely worth a watch for those like me who enjoy a good crime thriller and love British and English acting. Ideally, I'd watch it on a rainy day where I'm bored and need a bit of a pick me up.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

10/11/24

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Elizabeth R

Very well casted, and a nice rainy day watch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/06/24

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蜂蜜裝

The setting was a feast for the eyes. This is a long story about mystery and crime. The movie is setting in multiples country. Sherlock and Watson are friends. They are all detectives. I like this movie is because the plot is unknown and has a very long timeline. The best moment is when Sherlock and Watson solve the case together.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/17/24

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Elijah M

This film was a revival of the subtle character known as Sherlock Holmes. Set in the perfect time period you never felt too disconnected from the film. The plot was timeless in the structure and as other characters surrounding Sherlock. You can easily understand each character's differences compared to Sherlock revealing their own personality. The antagonist was also timeless. In the sense of the overall mission he desired. Overall. This is movie lives up to its name and will definitely “register to an emotional level.”

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

06/10/24

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Rachel McAdams

Irene Adler

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Synopsis

When a string of brutal murders terrorizes London, it doesn't take long for legendary detective Sherlock Holmes (Robert Downey Jr.) and his crime-solving partner, Dr. Watson (Jude Law), to find the killer, Lord Blackwood (Mark Strong). A devotee of the dark arts, Blackwood has a bigger scheme in mind, and his execution plays right into his plans. The game is afoot when Blackwood seems to rise from the grave, plunging Holmes and Watson into the world of the occult and strange technologies.

Director: Guy Ritchie
Producer: Joel Silver, Lionel Wigram, Susan Downey, Dan Lin
Screenwriter: Michael Robert Johnson, Anthony Peckham, Simon Kinberg
Distributor: Warner Bros.
Production Co: Silver Pictures, Wigram Productions
Rating: PG-13 (Intense Sequences of Action|A Scene of Suggestive Material|Intense Sequences of Violence|Startling Images)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 25, 2009, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 20, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA): $209.0M
Runtime: 2h 8m

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