CBS has just unveiled the trailer for its highly anticipated new series, Watson, a fresh take on the Sherlock Holmes universe, focusing on Dr. John Watson, Sherlock’s loyal friend and partner. The show, set to stream starting January 26, 2025, is a medical drama with an investigative twist, blending the world of medicine with the iconic world of detective fiction.
Watson takes place six months after the tragic death of Sherlock Holmes at the hands of the notorious Moriarty. Morris Chestnut stars as Dr. John Watson, who has stepped away from his detective work and returned to his medical roots as the head of a clinic dedicated to treating rare disorders. However, Watson’s old life isn’t ready to let him go. Moriarty, still a looming presence, pulls Watson back into the world of danger and intrigue, forcing him to confront both old demons and new mysteries.
The series promises a compelling blend of medical drama and crime-solving, with Watson using his sharp mind and medical expertise to unravel complex medical mysteries, all while keeping the spirit of Sherlock Holmes alive. Watson explores a modern iteration of the great detective as he turns his attention from solving crimes to solving medical cases, drawing from the rich legacy of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s original works.
The cast includes Morris Chestnut as Dr. John Watson, alongside Eve Harlow, Peter Mark Kendall, Inga Schlingmann, Ritchie Coster, Rochelle Aytes, and more. Created and written by Craig Sweeny, Watson is directed by Clara Aranovich and Larry Teng, promising a thrilling and emotionally charged journey that will captivate both fans of the Sherlock Holmes stories and those who enjoy gripping medical mysteries.
Don’t miss the series when it premieres on January 26, 2025 – Watson is ready to write its own chapter in the timeless story of Sherlock Holmes.
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