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Sherlock: The Russian Chronicles
2020·1 Season·8 Episodes·★ 7.7
Russian original
This mystery thriller throws a Russian spin on one of the world’s most famous characters, the series follows the esteemed detective from London to stunning St Petersburg, on the trail of a suspected serial murderer. Sherlock Holmes (Maxim Matveyev) is on the hunt for Jack the Ripper. The infamous killer left a bloody trail in London and fled to the Russian Empire, with Sherlock on his tail. With new characters, Dr Kartsev and Sophia supporting Sherlock, and a new nemesis in Znamensky, this is an exciting, glossy action series.
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A tension-led series where questions, pressure, investigation, or shifting trust can keep the story moving from episode to episode.
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Best suited to viewers who want an ongoing hook and a reason to keep watching the next episode.
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Compact commitment · 8 episodes
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Seasons
Season 1
8 episodes
2020
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