Jeremy Brett's Sherlock Holmes

[Marlene, Commander of the SSV Normandy]

Jeremy Brett and Edward Hardwicke - my favorite Sherlock Holmes and Watson (Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman are close seconds)

I put this in the Sherlock folder, even though Jeremy Brett's Sherlock Holmes was years before Benedict's and the show he starred in took a different approach to Sherlock Holmes. I know that I am probably the only person who has watched his portrayl, so I'm going to mostly post about why you all should watch the Granada TV show, and reasons why Jeremy Brett was so wonderful. For now, I'll just post gifs. :D

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[Marlene, Commander of the SSV Normandy]

Here is a reason why you should watch Jeremy Brett - his portrayal and the show he was in is so similar to Sherlock. Some things never change.

[Elevetha , The Whole Damn Time]

That's fantastic!

[Elysia]

Oh I've heard of this Sherlock, I've always wanted to watch the older ones!

[Marlene, Commander of the SSV Normandy]

DO WATCH, DO WATCH, DO WATCH! Argh, Jeremy Brett is so amazing! Especially when you have Benedict Cumberbatch gushing over Jeremy's portrayal, you know it's good.

[johanna (jo)]

Oh! My family's just got this out of the library, and we're about to watch it! I'll tell you how we find it :)

[Tiffany]

I highly recommend Jeremy Brett's Holmes.I've watched all his episodes many times. He portrayed Holmes as Doyle wrote him and was an incredible presence on screen.
Hence, my initial reluctance to watch the BBC Sherlock. I couldn't imagine anyone doing it better. I need not have worried. The new series succeeds because it doesn't try to reinvent the wheel. They've done an amazing job of paying homage to the original genius of the stories while adding something new and fresh.
Cumberbatch watched Brett when he was a kid and you can see the influences clearly. A very good thing.

[Marlene, Commander of the SSV Normandy]

Tiffany wrote: "I highly recommend Jeremy Brett's Holmes.I've watched all his episodes many times. He portrayed Holmes as Doyle wrote him and was an incredible presence on screen.
Hence, my initial reluctance to ..."

I agree with everything you just said. I was also reluctant to watch Sherlock, as I doubted anyone could surpass Jeremy, but I was pleased with how it took a different look at the Canon. Even my mom, a devoted Jeremy-ite and picky Sherlockian, adores Sherlock!

[johanna (jo)]

I watched ... two of the episodes yesterday. Umm ... The Greek Interpreter and another of which I can't remember the name ... it was the one after it.

[Marlene, Commander of the SSV Normandy]

The Norwood Builder? What did you think?

[johanna (jo)]

Yes, lol that was it. It was good! Lol I enjoyed it :) We're watching some more today, so I'll be able to tell you then xD
But yeah ... I thought Sherlock himself was played really well.

[Marlene, Commander of the SSV Normandy]

Oh, yes! He is so close to the books it is eerie. Jeremy Brett dedicated so much of himself to the role that it very nearly consumed him. So tragic. :(

[johanna (jo)]

(view spoiler)[
Gah! We just watched The Final something-or-other ... and it looked like it was the ONLY episode left, because the stupid library sticker was over the title! Sherlock Holmes just died! And now I have to make myself believe there's another episode, when I'd finally given into him being dead ... D:

I just got myself all depressed for nothing?
(hide spoiler)]

[johanna (jo)]

(view spoiler)[ Lol! Really?! That's hilarious xD. I can see why they'd be so sad, though :) Thanks for the information. (hide spoiler)]

[Marlene, Commander of the SSV Normandy]

(view spoiler)[Nice answer, William! I've been away from my computer all day, so I haven't had a chance to answer back to all the comments until now. It's Edward Hardwicke, not Eric, by the way - just a small correction (I don't mean to be a Douchey McNitpick). I love Edward's performance as Watson!

My first Jeremy Brett as Sherlock Holmes episode that I ever watched was The Empty House, actually! I remember watching the episode with my mom and wailing "WHAT?! Sherlock Holmes is dead?! But... how... He never died with Basil Rathbone! What is this sorcery?!" My mom told me to pipe down and keep watching. Oh my God... when Sherlock Holmes swept off his disguise and said "Watson, do you mind if I smoke a cigarette in your consulting room?" I fell in love with Sherlock Holmes that moment, and my life as a Sherlockian was born. (hide spoiler)]

[johanna (jo)]

@Eris: I have a question about that - Is a Sherlockian just someone who likes Sherlock Holmes in general, or specifically someone who's a fan of the Sherlock T/V. show? The first time I heard it used, it was about the T.V. show ... so Idk :).

I'm new to this whole thing >_< lol.

[Marlene, Commander of the SSV Normandy]

Sherlockian was used as a term long before "Sherlock" came around, but I think it can be used for both. Just like how the term Whovian is used for people who are fans of the New and Classic Doctor Who.

[Tiffany]

However, if someone says "I am SHERLOCKED", they're referring to the BBC Sherlock.
I am a Sherlockian and SHERLOCKED.

[Marlene, Commander of the SSV Normandy]

WOOHOO! You are a great Sherlockian, Johanna! I don't know many of the new fans who take the time to investigate other adaptations of Holmes, so you especially deserve the title.

There's nothing wrong with fans who just want to watch "Sherlock" and nothing else, but just like how it's good for New Whovians to watch Classic Who, I think it's important to being a Sherlockian to investigate the original source material.

As you can see, I take Sherlock Holmes very seriously. XD I need to get a life...

[johanna (jo)]

Eris ~ I Am Discord wrote: "WOOHOO! You are a great Sherlockian, Johanna! I don't know many of the new fans who take the time to investigate other adaptations of Holmes, so you especially deserve the title.

There's nothing w..."

This is the first adaption I've watched so far, actually, but thanks! Lol. I've started the first book, though, and I'd like to watch some of the other adaptions someday. And so far I'm really enjoying both the films and the books :)

[Marlene, Commander of the SSV Normandy]

You haven't watched Sherlock? Oh, but this is magnificent! I am so pleased that your first Sherlock Holmes will be Jeremy! :D :D :D I'm glad you're enjoying it. *happy chicken dance*

[johanna (jo)]

Eris ~ I Am Discord wrote: "You haven't watched Sherlock? Oh, but this is magnificent! I am so pleased that your first Sherlock Holmes will be Jeremy! :D :D :D I'm glad you're enjoying it. *happy chicken dance*"

:D Lol, me too! Haha. One of my favourite scenes is him leaping over a chair when Dr. Watson arrives (and is about to leave again) at the beginning of The Red-headed League. A chair! It was awesome.

But yeah. Haven't watched Sherlock. I'm not much of a TV watcher :P But I may watch it sometime.

[Marlene, Commander of the SSV Normandy]

YES! Jeremy is a ninja couch jumper. He did it so elegantly, too! All proper Sherlock Holmes' must have a disregard for furniture.

Watch Sherlock when you get the chance, but I personally think it's funner to watch it after you've read a fair amount of the books and watched Jeremy Brett. That way you get all the inside jokes that the Moff and Gattis love to toss at us.

[johanna (jo)]

Eris ~ I Am Discord wrote: "YES! Jeremy is a ninja couch jumper. He did it so elegantly, too! All proper Sherlock Holmes' must have a disregard for furniture.

Watch Sherlock when you get the chance, but I personally think it..."

Moff and Gattis? Cool. I'll look forward to it.

[johanna (jo)]

xD. What's/who're Moff and Gattis? :)

[Marlene, Commander of the SSV Normandy]

Steven Moffat and Mark Gattis are the creators and two of the three writers of the show. The Moff is also in charge of Doctor Who, and Mark writes with him on that.

[johanna (jo)]

Eris ~ I Am Discord wrote: "Steven Moffat and Mark Gattis are the creators and two of the three writers of the show. The Moff is also in charge of Doctor Who, and Mark writes with him on that."

Ah! I feel like I should have known that ^_^. Even though idk how I would, but anyway >P<
Thanks :D I have a lot to learn ^_^

[johanna (jo)]

(view spoiler)[Just watched The Empty House ... The Return of Sherlock Holmes. It was awesomeness ... but it's just such a pity they couldn't get the same actor as Dr. Watson! (Even though he did a great job ... but he was still different :() It was strange because Dr. Watson was so overjoyed that Sherlock was back ... but it sort of spoiled it, because you're like, "What ...? But this guy's never met him before." I would have loved to see the other Dr. Watson's reaction, too.
It was still awesome, though :) (hide spoiler)]

[Marlene, Commander of the SSV Normandy]

(view spoiler)[The other Watson, David Burke, got an invitation to join the Royal Shakespeare Company, so he couldn't be Watson anymore. Don't worry, you'll get used to Edward Hardwicke (I hope). He was my favorite Watson, and I loved how reserved, gentlemanly, wise, and gentle he was. (hide spoiler)]

[johanna (jo)]

(view spoiler)[ Ah, I see. I guess so :) Thanks. (hide spoiler)]

[Marlene, Commander of the SSV Normandy]

Thank you! I just constantly spend way too much time on the internet, instead of doing productive activities.

[johanna (jo)]

Lol.

[johanna (jo)]

Just watched, uh, the Solitary Cyclist. It was awesome. When Sherlock goes,

"Why does that word bother me? ... Trap."

It sent this massive shiver down my spine >:D Epicness. But, of course, they saved the day ... so all is well :)

[Marlene, Commander of the SSV Normandy]

Yay! *fistpump* I'm glad you liked it! I don't really have any Jeremy Brett episodes that I dislike. Well, maybe The Devil's Foot. That was a TRIPPY one, but it wasn't any fault of Jeremy's. Just the silly director. And I also find his later episodes difficult to watch, because although they're very good, seeing Jeremy's health deteriorate breaks my heart.

[Elevetha , The Whole Damn Time]

You guys are making me a bit excited when I get to these!

[johanna (jo)]

Elevetha wrote: "You guys are making me a bit excited when I get to these!"

>:D So you should be, lol.

[johanna (jo)]

[MJ]

I LOVE HIM!!! :D I recommend that anyone who likes Sherlock to watch the Granada series!! :D

[MJ]

Eris Vakarian, Lionheart wrote: "Yay! *fistpump* I'm glad you liked it! I don't really have any Jeremy Brett episodes that I dislike. Well, maybe The Devil's Foot. That was a TRIPPY one, but it wasn't any fault of Jeremy's. Just t..."

I know! I've watched them, but I can't stand to rewatch them. I just want to break down sobbing. :'(

[MJ]

Johanna ღ♣✽Hobbit & Proud✽♣ღ wrote: "Elevetha wrote: "You guys are making me a bit excited when I get to these!"

>:D So you should be, lol."

Oh, yes! :D

[MJ]

:D

[Marlene, Commander of the SSV Normandy]

*heart flutters* I've had the biggest crush on Sherlock Holmes and Jeremy Brett for so long, ever since I first started watching the episodes. FEELS.

[MJ]

I know what you mean, Eris!!! Same here! FEELLLSSSS.

[MJ]

Okay. DEAD.

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Dang.