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Elementary

  • TV Series
  • 2012–20192012–2019
  • TV-14TV-14
  • 1h
IMDb RATING
7.9/10
110K
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Jonny Lee Miller and Lucy Liu in Elementary (2012)
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A modern take on the cases of Sherlock Holmes, with the detective now living in New York City.A modern take on the cases of Sherlock Holmes, with the detective now living in New York City.A modern take on the cases of Sherlock Holmes, with the detective now living in New York City.
IMDb RATING
7.9/10
110K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
406
27
  • Creator
    • Robert Doherty
  • Stars
    • Jonny Lee Miller
    • Lucy Liu
    • Aidan Quinn
Top credits
  • Creator
    • Robert Doherty
  • Stars
    • Jonny Lee Miller
    • Lucy Liu
    • Aidan Quinn
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 372User reviews
    • 47Critic reviews
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 2 Primetime Emmys
      • 6 wins & 19 nominations total

    Episodes154

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    The Five Orange Pipz
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    The Five Orange Pipz
    Elementary: We Are Not Happy
    Clip 2:31
    Elementary: We Are Not Happy
    Elementary: Crimes Against Nature
    Clip 2:22
    Elementary: Crimes Against Nature
    Elementary: I Don't Like You, But You're The Best
    Clip 2:54
    Elementary: I Don't Like You, But You're The Best
    Elementary: Clockwise
    Clip 1:16
    Elementary: Clockwise
    Elementary: At Odds
    Clip 2:18
    Elementary: At Odds
    Elementary: Mycroft
    Clip 1:14
    Elementary: Mycroft
    Elementary: Underhill
    Clip 2:46
    Elementary: Underhill
    Elementary: Inflection
    Clip 1:21
    Elementary: Inflection
    Elementary: That's Part Of The Charm
    Clip 2:06
    Elementary: That's Part Of The Charm
    Elementary: You Could Hear That?
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    Elementary: You Could Hear That?
    Elementary: What Do You Think You Are Doing?
    Clip 3:17
    Elementary: What Do You Think You Are Doing?

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    Elementary (2012)
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    Jonny Lee Miller and Lucy Liu in Elementary (2012)
    Elementary (2012)
    Elementary (2012)
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    Jonny Lee Miller, Lucy Liu, and Jon Michael Hill in Elementary (2012)
    Lucy Liu and Jon Michael Hill in Elementary (2012)
    Jonny Lee Miller, Lucy Liu, and Jon Michael Hill in Elementary (2012)
    Jonny Lee Miller in Elementary (2012)
    Jonny Lee Miller, Lucy Liu, and Jon Michael Hill in Elementary (2012)
    Jonny Lee Miller in Elementary (2012)

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    Jonny Lee Miller
    Jonny Lee Miller
    • Sherlock Holmesas Sherlock Holmes
    154 episodes154 eps • 2012–2019
    Lucy Liu
    Lucy Liu
    • Dr. Joan Watsonas Dr. Joan Watson…
    154 episodes154 eps • 2012–2019
    Aidan Quinn
    Aidan Quinn
    • Captain Thomas Gregsonas Captain Thomas Gregson
    154 episodes154 eps • 2012–2019
    Jon Michael Hill
    Jon Michael Hill
    • Detective Marcus Bellas Detective Marcus Bell
    153 episodes153 eps • 2012–2019
    Jordan Gelber
    Jordan Gelber
    • Dr. Eugene Hawesas Dr. Eugene Hawes
    25 episodes25 eps • 2013–2019
    John Noble
    John Noble
    • Mr. Morland Holmesas Mr. Morland Holmes…
    15 episodes15 eps • 2015–2019
    Ophelia Lovibond
    Ophelia Lovibond
    • Kitty Winteras Kitty Winter
    15 episodes15 eps • 2014–2019
    Nelsan Ellis
    Nelsan Ellis
    • Shinwell Johnsonas Shinwell Johnson
    11 episodes11 eps • 2016–2017
    Ato Essandoh
    Ato Essandoh
    • Alfredo Llamosaas Alfredo Llamosa
    9 episodes9 eps • 2012–2018
    Tim Guinee
    Tim Guinee
    • NSA Agent McNallyas NSA Agent McNally…
    8 episodes8 eps • 2014–2019
    Robert Capron
    Robert Capron
    • Masonas Mason
    8 episodes8 eps • 2014–2018
    Desmond Harrington
    Desmond Harrington
    • Michaelas Michael
    7 episodes7 eps • 2018
    James Frain
    James Frain
    • Odin Reichenbachas Odin Reichenbach
    7 episodes7 eps • 2019
    Rhys Ifans
    Rhys Ifans
    • Mycroft Holmesas Mycroft Holmes
    7 episodes7 eps • 2013–2014
    Natalie Dormer
    Natalie Dormer
    • Jamie Moriartyas Jamie Moriarty…
    6 episodes6 eps • 2013–2015
    Samantha Quan
    Samantha Quan
    • Lin Wenas Lin Wen
    5 episodes5 eps • 2016–2018
    Liza J. Bennett
    Liza J. Bennett
    • Hannah Gregsonas Hannah Gregson
    5 episodes5 eps • 2014–2018
    Chasten Harmon
    Chasten Harmon
    • Chantal Milneras Chantal Milner
    5 episodes5 eps • 2016–2018
    • Creator
      • Robert Doherty
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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      In Joan's Chelsea apartment there is an artwork above her bed. This is a silkscreen done by Lucy Liu herself.
    • Goofs
      Clyde is sometimes incorrectly referred to as a turtle. However, in some episodes he is correctly referred to as a tortoise.
    • Quotes

      Sherlock Holmes: I expect nothing, which is why I am such an exceptional detective.

    • Connections
      Edited into A Holmes of Their Own (2013)

    User reviews372

    Review
    Top review
    10/10
    Intelligent and quirky Thursday night viewing.
    I didn't want to watch this because I adore the BBC Sherlock. However, after denying myself for weeks and weeks I decided to download the first 8 episodes and get to work watching them before I made a full opinion.

    I was surprised at how easy it was to fall in love with Jonny Lee Miller's Sherlock and Lucy Liu's female Watson. Both actors brought their A-Game and succeeded in bringing viewers in, despite the un-original procedural aspect to the show.

    The crimes of the week are lackluster and pedestrian at the very beginning, a typical trait of typical procedural dramas on broadcast networks. However, thankfully this did not continue for all the 12 episodes that have been aired. Somewhere along the 6th episode is when I assume the writers got the full season pick-up and felt the support of CBS after being given the coveted Super Bowl episode slot.

    Now the crimes are interesting and layered. The best thing is that the characterization of Sherlock and Watson is the best thing I've seen on a drama in years. Lucy and Jonny have a platonic chemistry which brings angst, sarcasm and wit to the show that is very enjoyable.

    The character scenes are the best in every episode, and you can't deny the acting skill involved to breath fresh air into an over used double act such as Holmes and Watson. Miller and Liu make you forget about the other interpretations and fall in love all over again with the crime solving duo.

    I suggest everyone watches before passing judgement, and be open minded. You can like all Sherlock Holmes adaptions, there is no rule against liking another.

    Elementary is going to be a fantastic series, and I hope it lasts a long time on CBS. It's refreshing and adds vitality to a very old network. Great show!
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    • fabouluz
    • Jan 18, 2013

    FAQ4

    • I am sure I am not the only fan who wants to know about the fish styled lamp on the mantelshelf. Anyone know anything about it?
    • Do the original Sherlock Holmes books (1887-1927) and characters exist in this tv series?
    • What is the source of the show title?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • September 27, 2012 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
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    • Languages
      • Chinese
      • Russian
      • Pashtu
      • French
      • Czech
      • German
      • Filipino
      • Italian
      • Japanese
      • Dutch
      • English
      • Spanish
    • Also known as
      • Điều Cơ Bản
    • Filming locations
      • New York City, New York, USA
    • Production companies
      • Hill of Beans Productions
      • Timberman-Beverly Productions
      • CBS Television Studios
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    • Runtime
      1 hour
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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