Throughout the years, Sherlock Holmes books and novels alike have had staggering and bizarre information pertaining to our character. From extensive martial arts training to a name like Wilhelm Gottsreich Sigismond von Ormstein, grand duke of Cassel-Felstein - one thing is for sure - NOTHING is as it seems. "A Study in Scarlet" (1887) - Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson didn't know each other at the beginning of this story. They were introduced by a mutual friend; Inspector Stamford.
- In Chapter 2, Dr. Watson has just returned to London from Afghanistan.
- The whole reason Dr. Watson came to London was to find lodgings. He was then introduced to Sherlock Holmes, who was looking for someone to share his apartment.
- The whole story is centered around the blood written word on the wall: "RACHE"
- Inspector Lestrade was convinced that the letters (RACHE) were a man's attempt at writing "Rachel" before he was interrupted. Holmes, however, knew that "Rache" is German for "Revenge," and quickly proved Lestrade wrong.
"The Sign of Four" (1890) - This is the story where Dr. Watson meets his future wife, Mary Morstan.
"The Hound of the Baskervilles" (1901) - This is one of the first stories that Holmes and Watson are seen with a weapon.
- This story is about a Hound that has brought a curse to the Baskerville family that lives at Baskerville Hall.
- This is the most filmed Sherlock Holmes story.
- The Strand magazine increased its circulation by around 30,000 copies when the story was first printed from August 1901 to April 1902.
- After solving the case, Holmes and Watson dined at a restaurant called Marcini's.
"The Valley of Fear" (1915) - This is the first novel featuring Professor Moriarty, Sherlock Holmes' arch nemesis.
- It was written in two parts, the second part doesn't tell about Sherlock Holmes.
- Etti was said to be German, however because in 1915 Germany and Great Britain were in different politic sides she was told to be Swedish.
The Empty House: - Arthur Conan Doyle reluctantly resurrected Holmes in this story, after the detective was supposed to have fallen over Reichenbach falls in a brawl with Professor Moriarty. Doyle once said, "I had fully determined that in finishing The Memoirs I would bring Holmes to a complete end." The fans, however, decided otherwise, and Doyle was forced to resurrect the detective genius.
- Holmes disguised himself as an aged bookseller, and as usual, Watson hadn't a clue. When Holmes finally removed his disguise, poor Watson nearly passed out from shock!
Silver Blaze: - The horse in question came first in the race for the Wessex Cup with Desborough second & Iris third.
A Scandal in Bohemia: - The full name of the king was Wilhelm Gottsreich Sigismond von Ormstein,grand duke of Cassel-Felstein.
- This is the story which featured the only woman ever to beat Sherlock Holmes. Her name was Irene Adler, but to Holmes she will always remain, "the woman."
The Blue Carbuncle: - The reward for the return of the Jewel was set at 1000 pounds.
The Dancing Men: - This was one of Arthur Conan Doyle's personal favorites.
The Cardboard Box: - Involving murder, adultery, and the gruesome delivery of two ears wrapped inside a brown parcel, this case caused quite a stir when first released.
The Greek Interpreter: - This is the short story in which we first meet Sherlock's older brother, Mycroft Holmes. He is a member of the Diogene's club.
The Illustrious Client: - Holmes' client was supposedly King Edward VII.
The Stockbroker's Clerk: - Critics thought this mystery remarkably similar to "The Redheaded League."
The Devil's Foot: - Holmes nearly kills himself and Watson in his endeavor to prove the murder.
- Watson saved himself and Holmes in their endeavor to prove the murder
The Gloria Scott: - Holmes' very first case!
- Holmes only decoder a code.
The Crooked Man: - The mongoose in the story was called Teddy and had been taught to catch a de-fanged cobra.
Shoscombe Old Place: - Holmes and Watson stayed at an Inn called The Green Dragon during their investigation.
The Red Headed League: - Jabez Wilson's pawn shop backed onto a vegetarian restaurant.
Dressed to Kill - Nigel Bruce appears too old for Watson, however he was actually 3 years younger than Basil Rathbone was!
- Although Holmes is the victor in the end, he is outsmarted by a woman twice in this film!
- Holmes is only able to quickly narrow the answer to the mysterious Dr. S
The Secret Weapon - In the very beginning of the film, Sherlock (disguised as an old bookseller) makes fun of himself with the two Nazi conspirators
- Sherlock tricks Moriarty into trying to kill him the slowest way possible.
- This is the 2nd Rathbone movie in which Moriarty "dies"
- This movie features the "Dancing Men Alphabet" with a unique twist that Sherlock discovers only after a simple statement by Watson
Women in Green - Sherlock writes his own suicide note
- Moriarty dies again; The third time in a Rathbone film
Without a Clue (1988) - A drunken Sherlock Holmes is really just a cover for the real detective - Dr Watson!
Sherlock Holmes TV Series(Starring Jeremy Brett) - Jeremy Brett in first episode and Jeremy Brett in final episodes is deeply changed for Ages growth
- Two Player Act as Dr Watson , Edward Hardwick and David Burke
- THE ADVENTURE OF SHOSCOMBE OLD PLACE is the last story of Sherlock Holmes. At Granada adaptation, Jude Law played a man who impersonated the late Lady Beatrice and played Dr.Watson at the movie Sherlock Holmes.
Sherlock Holmes Weapons: -
Holmes carried many weapons with him on his investigations, including pistols, a cane, a sword, and a riding crop. -
He is also well learned in fist-fighting and martial arts. Sherlock Holmes Clothes: - Holmes had at least three, different colored dressing gowns:
- Blue - (The Man with a Twisted Lip)
- Purple - (The Blue Carbuncle)
- Mouse Colored - (The Bruce Partington Plans and The Empty House)
- The type of long traveling cloak/cape that Holmes wore is also known as an 'inverness'
- Holmes sometimes wore a frock coat
"The Game's Afoot !" : - The quote is from Shakespeare's play Henry V, act III, scene 1.
- "I see you stand like greyhounds upon the strip, Straining upon the start. The game's afoot: Follow your spirit; and upon the charge Cry 'God for Harry! England and St. George!"
- It first appears in "The Adventure of the Abby Grange"
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