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Have you ever found yourself pondering the depths of the enigmatic world of Sherlock? The hit BBC series has captivated audiences worldwide, but how much do you really know about this modern retelling of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic detective? Let's delve into 25 fascinating facts that shed light on the making of this celebrated show.
How did Sherlock come to life on our screens? The show's runners, Mark Gatiss and Stephen Moffat, were long-time colleagues, working together on the BBC show Doctor Who. The idea for Sherlock was conceptualized on a train ride to Wales. However, it was Moffat's wife, Sue Vertue, who gave the boys the much-needed push by inviting them to a lunch at the Criterion in London, setting the ball rolling for what would become a global phenomenon.
While "A Study in Pink" is officially the first episode of Sherlock, there was an unaired 60-minute pilot. Shot in 2009, this pilot was an adaptation of the first Sherlock Holmes story, "A Study in Scarlet." With a budget of £800,000, it was deemed too short, leading Gatiss and Moffat to opt for three 90-minute episodes per season instead.
Benedict Cumberbatch was always the top choice for the role of Sherlock, but did you know that Matt Smith was eager to play Dr. Watson? Moffat, however, felt Smith was too "balmy" for the part,担心 creating a scenario with two Sherlocks in one room. Cumberbatch's counterpart, Martin Freeman, arrived at the audition愤怒 after his wallet was stolen, leading to initial assumptions that he wasn't interested in the role.
Andrew Scott initially auditioned for Moriarty with a British accent, but the producers preferred his natural Irish tone. Conversely, Lars Mikelson had to amplify his Danish accent because he had inadvertently picked up a cockney dialect while filming in London.
The on-screen text in Sherlock is not just for show. Typography experts have noted that different fonts are used depending on the scene. For text messages, the font AF Generation Zed is used, while Sherlock's deductions are presented in P22 Johnston Underground. Irene Adler's phone, however, always displays Veranda.
Is Sherlock a psychopath? The show has sparked debates among psychologists. While he may appear emotionally detached, Sherlock does experience emotions and cares for those around him. The UK National Autistic Society even suggested that Sherlock's extraordinary focus and memory might indicate he's on the autistic spectrum.
In the books, Sherlock plays a violin made by Antonio Stradivarius, but the show used three different violins across the series. Season 3 featured a $1,500 Chinese-made Conficio violin from Cardiff Violins, with John Watson even leaving a testimonial on their website.
A curious detail in the show is the 17 steps between the hall and the front room in Sherlock's flat. This mirrors the exact number of steps in the Sherlock Holmes Museum and is a direct reference to the books.
Sherlock never remembers Inspector Lestrade's first name, a subtle nod to the books where the inspector's first name is also unknown, starting with a "G," which references his rival, Detective Greg Sender.
Sherlock's popularity extends far beyond the UK. In China, the show boasts 69 million viewers, despite being banned there. When British Prime Minister David Cameron visited China in 2013, the top request from Chinese citizens was for a new series of Sherlock.
The show is full of real-life references, from the Bond Air flight 007 in "A Scandal in Belgravia" to the abandoned Tube Station at Sumatra Road, which doesn't exist in real life but is a clever nod to the "giant rat of Sumatra" from the books.
Filming the plane of corpses scene in "A Scandal in Belgravia" proved challenging as some extras fell asleep and started snoring during the shoot.
Watson's lymph might seem confusing, especially considering his shoulder injury, but it's a direct reference to the books where his injury shifts from his shoulder to his legs.
BBC One in the UK airs Sherlock without commercials, but in the US, PBS has to cut eight minutes from each program to fit advertising slots, meaning US viewers are missing out on some content.
Sherlock's coat, the Belstaff Milford, retailed for around £1,700 and was discontinued but briefly brought back due to the show
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