Guy Ritchie directs and executive produces the series, Young Sherlock. The reimagining of the beloved character hits Prime Video in early 2026.
The game’s afoot. Another clue has been unlocked. Prime Video has released the teaser art, teaser trailer, and premiere date for Young Sherlock. The series stars Hero Fiennes Tiffin (After series) as Sherlock Holmes, in an irreverent, action-laden mystery. The visionary director and executive producer Guy Ritchie charts the origin story of Sherlock Holmes. This reimagining brings the beloved detective to life and follows his early adventures. All eight episodes of the thrilling series will premiere on 4th March 2026, exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
THE PREMISE
With all the wit and charm of Guy Ritchie’s Sherlock Holmes feature films, Young Sherlock follows the origin story of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s beloved detective. It is an explosive re-imagining of this iconic character’s early days. Sherlock Holmes is a disgraced young man – raw and unfiltered – when he finds himself wrapped up in a murder case. This case threatens his liberty. His first-ever case unveils a globe-trotting conspiracy, which changes his life forever. The series unfolds in 1870s Oxford and adventuring abroad, exposing the early antics of this anarchic adolescent. This young man is yet to evolve into Baker Street’s most renowned resident.

THE CAST AND CREW
Previously announced cast members of Young Sherlock include Dónal Finn (The Wheel of Time), Zine Tseng (3 Body Problem), Joseph Fiennes (The Handmaid’s Tale), Natascha McElhone (Halo), Max Irons (Condor) and Colin Firth (The King’s Speech).
Guy Ritchie directs and executive produces. The series is written and executive produced by showrunner Matthew Parkhill with executive producers Dhana Gilbert, Marc Resteghini, Simon Maxwell, Ivan Atkinson, Simon Kelton, Colin Wilson, and co-executive producers Harriet Creelman and Steve Thompson. Motive Pictures led physical production for Young Sherlock.
FIRST-LOOK IMAGES
Young Sherlock premieres on Prime Video on March 4th.

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