As the mystery unfolds, the episode reveals itself to be taking place within modern-day Sherlock’s "Mind Palace." While in a drug-induced state on a plane (immediately following the events of Season 3), Sherlock uses the Victorian case to help him solve the modern-day riddle of how James Moriarty could possibly have returned from the dead. Sherlock Holmes: Benedict Cumberbatch Dr. John Watson: Martin Freeman Mrs. Hudson: Una Stubbs Lestrade: Rupert Graves Mycroft Holmes: Mark Gatiss Mary Watson: Amanda Abbington James Moriarty: Andrew Scott
Often available for digital purchase or rental in most territories. Apple TV / iTunes: Available to buy or rent.
Occasionally available for free to viewers in the UK, depending on current licensing windows.
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As the mystery unfolds, the episode reveals itself to be taking place within modern-day Sherlock’s "Mind Palace." While in a drug-induced state on a plane (immediately following the events of Season 3), Sherlock uses the Victorian case to help him solve the modern-day riddle of how James Moriarty could possibly have returned from the dead. Sherlock Holmes: Benedict Cumberbatch Dr. John Watson: Martin Freeman Mrs. Hudson: Una Stubbs Lestrade: Rupert Graves Mycroft Holmes: Mark Gatiss Mary Watson: Amanda Abbington James Moriarty: Andrew Scott
Often available for digital purchase or rental in most territories. Apple TV / iTunes: Available to buy or rent. Watch The Abominable Bride 2016
Occasionally available for free to viewers in the UK, depending on current licensing windows. As the mystery unfolds, the episode reveals itself