Killing Sherlock: Lucy Worsley on the Case of Conan Doyle

Season 1

This is the story of a power struggle between two men - one fictional, and one real. In one corner is the master of crime – the greatest detective who never lived, Sherlock Holmes. In the other is writer, physician and spiritualist leader Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Lucy Worsley explores the extraordinary love-hate relationship between author and creation.

Where to Watch Season 1

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3 Episodes

Doctor and Detective
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Episode 1Doctor and DetectiveWorld famous detective Sherlock Holmes brought Arthur Conan Doyle fame and fortune. So why did he choose to kill the character off, only 6 years after he first appeared in print? In the first installment of a 3-part series, Lucy Worsley delves into this curious case.
Fact and Fiction
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Episode 2Fact and FictionArthur Conan Doyle killed off his most famous creation, consulting detective Sherlock Holmes, after just six years. In this installment, Lucy Worsley explores who Arthur Conan Doyle was without Sherlock, and whether he will be able to become the hero of his own story.
Shadows and Sleuths
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Episode 3Shadows and SleuthsLucy Worsley explores the extraordinary love-hate relationship between Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and his most famous fictional creation, Sherlock Holmes.