The Jeremy Brett Sherlock Holmes Podcast
A podcast devoted to revisiting and honoring the world's greatest portrayal of the world's greatest detective.
Join us for a very special 50th episode and an exclusive Sherlockian Conversation with Jeremy Brett himself! In 1985, Gary Leach sat down with Jeremy Brett for an impromptu interview on the Baker Street set. What followed was an insightful conversation on wide-ranging topics including the actor’s background and training, performance style, thoughts on playing […]
In this very special episode, we are thrilled to present our conversation with series producer and show-runner June Wyndham Davies. At the request of Granada chairman David Plowright, June began producing the show in 1986 (“The Return”) and shepherded an incredible 22 stories from page to screen. Here, she recalls growing up in Cardiff, her […]
Author Leslie Klinger (“the world’s first consulting Sherlockian”) joins us to discuss his work on The New Annotated Sherlock Holmes, his encounters with Jeremy Brett and the Granada team, his “Free Sherlock” lawsuit against the Conan Doyle Estate, and his role as advisor on Enola Holmes, Elementary, the Robert Downey Jr. films, and more. We […]
In this very special episode, we are honored to present our conversation with actor David Burke. Burke portrayed Dr. John Watson in the first thirteen episodes of the Granada series and (together with Jeremy Brett and Michael Cox) helped to reinvent the character for a new generation. Joined by his wife Anna Calder-Marshall, he shared […]
In celebration of the long-awaited re-issue of his book Bending The Willow, we spoke with author David Stuart Davies about this insightful volume covering Jeremy Brett’s work on the Granada series and Davies’ conversations with the legendary actor himself. Bending The Willow is now available for purchase at: www.tvbrain.info/shop Feedback: contact@sherlockpodcast.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/sherlockpodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/SherlockPodTwitter: www.twitter.com/sherlockpodWeb: www.sherlockpodcast.com
Veteran actor and stuntman Kiran Shah discusses his adventures playing the menacing Tonga in The Sign of Four. He speaks about growing up in Kenya, working with makeup artist Glenda Wood, lessons he learned from co-star John Thaw, and more. Watch the extended video of this interview (with subtitles and behind-the-scenes photos!) on YouTube (https://tinyurl.com/KiranShah). […]
Leading lady Jenny Seagrove shares fond memories of playing Mary Morstan in The Sign of Four. She also discusses her humble beginnings, receiving career advice from Jeremy Brett, and her adventures with another Mr. Holmes – Sir Christopher Lee. Please remember to like, rate, and subscribe! Listener Telegrams: contact@sherlockpodcast.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sherlockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/sherlockpod Web: http://sherlockpodcast.com/ […]
Leading man David Gwillim shares fond memories of playing Percy Phelps in The Naval Treaty. He also discusses performing Shakespeare for the camera, working with Prince Charles, and his adventures with Jeremy Brett – before and after Sherlock Holmes. Please remember to like, rate, and subscribe! Listener Telegrams: contact@sherlockpodcast.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sherlockpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/sherlockpod Web: http://sherlockpodcast.com/ Sherlockian […]
Actor Clive Francis shares memories of portraying the title character in The Man with the Twisted Lip. He also discusses his work as a caricature artist and writer – including his adaptation of The Hound of the Baskervilles. Visit Clive’s website to view and purchase signed prints of his extensive caricature work: www.clivefranciscaricaturist.com Please remember […]
Actress Betsy Brantley shares fond memories of portraying Elsie Cubit in The Dancing Men and recalls her time working with the great Jeremy Brett. She also discusses her roles in other films, including The Princess Bride and Who Framed Roger Rabbit. Please remember to like, rate, and subscribe! Feedback: contact@sherlockpodcast.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/sherlockpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/sherlockpod Web: www.sherlockpodcast.com […]