Episode guide
Sherlock Holmes: The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
6 episodes · premiered Aug 25, 1985
Based on stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, originally published in The Strand magazine and in Doyle's first collection of Sherlock Holmes short stories titled "The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes."
- Episode 1: The Copper Beeches Aug 25, 1985 · 50m A woman consults Holmes about a job offer with a very strange stipulation.
- Episode 2: The Greek Interpreter Sep 1, 1985 · 49m Holmes's brother, Mycroft, seeks his help in deciphering the mystery of a man who was kidnapped and forced to act as translator.
- Episode 3: The Norwood Builder Sep 8, 1985 · 51m A young solicitor is suspected of murder and asks Holmes to clear his name.
- Episode 4: The Resident Patient Sep 15, 1985 · 50m Holmes is contacted by a doctor who fears for the health and life of his rich benefactor, who lives on the premises.
- Episode 5: The Red-Headed League Sep 22, 1985 · 51m An odd notice in a newspaper seeks red-headed men, inviting them to join a league which will pay them well.
- Episode 6: The Final Problem Sep 29, 1985 · 50m The French government sends for Holmes when the Mona Lisa is stolen from the Louvre, but the mission ends up being more dangerous than Holmes expected.