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Sherlock: Series 3
Premieres January 1st, 2014 on BBC One
For all the Yanks (that do not mind waiting and didn’t find it by unsavory means), it premieres January 19th, 2014 on your local PBS station.

Created in 2010 by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss

”Conan Doyle's stories were never about frock coats and gas light; they're about brilliant detection, dreadful villains and blood-curdling crimes – and frankly, to hell with the crinoline. Other detectives have cases, Sherlock Holmes has adventures, and that's what matters.”

The show was conceived by Moffat and Gatiss during train journeys to and from the Doctor Who production base in Cardiff, where they were both writers. They aspired to produce a modern-day version of Conan Doyle's stories in which Sherlock uses the technologies that are available to him today in order to help him solve crimes. Credited as co-creators, Moffat and Gatiss each write one episode per series, with the other written by Stephen Thompson. Hartswood Films produced the series for the BBC and co-produced it with WGBH Boston for its Masterpiece anthology series. The series is primarily filmed in Cardiff, although the production also uses a variety of other locations. North Gower St in London was used for exterior shots of Holmes and Watson's 221B Baker St residence.

Sherlock depicts "consulting detective" Holmes, assisting the Metropolitan Police Force, primarily Detective Inspector Greg Lestrade (Rupert Graves), in solving various crimes. Holmes is assisted by his flatmate, Dr John Watson, who has returned from military service in Afghanistan. Although the series depicts a variety of crimes and perpetrators, Holmes' conflict with his arch nemesis Jim Moriarty (Andrew Scott) is a recurring feature. Pathologist Molly Hooper (Louise Brealey) assists Holmes in her laboratory. Other recurring roles include Una Stubbs as Mrs. Hudson, Holmes and Watson's landlady; and co-creator Mark Gatiss as Sherlock's brother, Mycroft Holmes.
After an unaired pilot in 2009, the first series of three 90-minute episodes was transmitted on BBC One and BBC HD in 2010, with a second series of three episodes first broadcast in 2012. Critical reception was extremely positive, with many reviews commending the quality of the writing, performances and direction. Sherlock has been nominated for numerous awards, including BAFTAs and Emmys, winning several across a variety of categories. All six episodes have been released on DVD and Blu-Ray Disc in the United Kingdom, alongside tie-in editions of some of Conan Doyle's original books. Soundtrack albums from seasons one and two have also been released.

Where did we leave off?

Two years. TWO YEARS! That is how long it has been since series 2 premiered, and close to that since it finished airing. We have had two years of waiting and speculation as to how

Spoiler

Sherlock faked his own death at the end of The Reichenbach Fall.

Spoilered for those coming LTTP



But wait, Moffat and Gatiss have a gift for us:

Not only are we getting a new series beginning on New Year’s Day, we are getting a Christmas present for our long wait and patience.

Airing on Christmas Day, we are getting a mini episode entitled Many Happy Returns

The Episodes

Because we are very spoiler conscious on here, the titles of the three episodes:

Spoiler

1) The Empty Hearse, written by Mark Gatiss
2) The Sign of Three, written by Steve Thompson
3) His Last Vow, written by Steven Moffat

Speaking of spoilers:

Spoilers are a very sensitive subject on GAF. Especially with a series like this.

Episode titles and descriptions should be considered spoilers, and tagged as such. Rumors and press releases should be treated the same way as well.

Once an episode has aired in the UK, it is fair game and should not be spoiler tagged. US viewers, tread in here at your own risk once you know it has aired in the UK!

Speculation is encouraged and welcome, and should NOT be spoiler tagged unless it contains information NOT presented in the show. So, if you saw something in an interview or a commercial and they show or mention something, SPOILER THAT STUFF!

Want to post major spoilers without tagging? Then this could happen.

Or, to be a bit more tame:

Or Mycroft will send the government after you…




BBC One Trailer

The Blog of Dr. John H. Watson

And now, something for Fiction

 

[NotTheGuyYouKill]

Oh, Cumberbatch has cheekbones? First I'm hearing about them.

 

[Prompto]

Very hyped for this. Any idea on how long that mini-episode will be?

 

[Leeness]

Finally...

 

[Jedi2016]

Damn.. has it really been two years? Doesn't feel that long. Man, I'm getting old...

 

[RatskyWatsky]

Really looking forward to this. Hopefully they stray away from any more memory palace nonsense.

 

[Worthintendo]

Can't wait, will be amazing

 

[Toa TAK]

I'm a yank who must wait far too long.

 

[PhoncipleBone]

I'm a yank who must wait far too long.

There are other ways.

 

[foxtrot3d]

Good thing I was late to this party I only have to wait a few weeks for the next series as opposed to the two years.

 

[PhoncipleBone]

Good thing I was late to this party I only have to wait a few weeks for the next series as opposed to the two years.

But you are at the party. And that is the most important thing.

 

[foxtrot3d]

But you are at the party. And that is the most important thing.

Of course, was just glad I was invited. Now, just 14 more days until THE GAME IS ON!

 

[Toa TAK]

There are other ways.

I dunno...

...I need it in good quality.

Good thing I was late to this party I only have to wait a few weeks for the next series as opposed to the two years.

I like being late to these kinds of parties. I only had to wait 2 months.

 

[BTM]

Watched seasons 1 and 2 earlier this year. Thankfully I don't have to wait as long as the rest of you. This show is phenomenal.

 

[zero_suit]

I can't wait.

 

[Emwitus]

Good thing I was late to this party I only have to wait a few weeks for the next series as opposed to the two years.

Same boat

 

[Quick]

Subscribed.

Needs more Watson gifs.

 

[Himynameischris]

Wow finally! It's been so long, time to rewatch them all to get ready and yes I do mean all 6 lol

 

[BeerSnob]

Subscribed.

Needs more Watson gifs.

 

[Niraj]

Excellent, can't wait.

 

[Sloane]

So will episode 2 suck again like in the first two series?

 

[User 100115]

Subbed! Fantastic OP.

 

[foxtrot3d]

More Gifs!

 

[Auron_Kale]

All in for this. Can't wait for both the special and the start of the new season.

Also, if browsing tumblr, beware that unmarked spoilers are floating around if you're searching tags. Same with people posting spoilers on twitter.

 

[Discotheque]

Omg smaug and bilbo reunited so soon. Can't wait.

I know everybody likes scandal the most out of series 2, but maan I really was impressed by reichenbach fall. It's the best directed of the lot and moriarty chews up those scenes nicely

 

[UrbanRats]

I can't believe the wait is finally over, dear God.

 

[Dennis]

I know everybody likes scandal the most out of series 2, but maan I really was impressed by reichenbach fall.

No, no only the lesser lights.

Discerning sleuths prefer Reichenbach Falls.

 

[Frost_Ace]

So many shows in January, I can't even.

 

[Slowdive]

Subscribed. Can't wait!

 

[Shin Johnpv]

YAY! So can not wait for this!

 

[Ogni-XR21]

Can't wait! Wondering what the x-mas special will be about after all

Spoiler

it can't be John and Sherlock celebrating x-mas together...

 

[Battle Born]

I'm glad that the wait is almost over. I can't wait to see how they continue Sherlock's journey.

 

[Deadly Cyclone]

SO READY. I have a huge man crush on Cumberbatch.

 

[Deaf Spacker]

I cannot wait, hopefully I'll be hangover free by the evening.

 

[Wes]

There's not many shows that make me want to watch it live any more. But this is one.

The hype has been unbelievable. I can't freaking wait.

#TeamMolly

 

[Loomba]

How do we watch Many Happy Returns? It's not on the BBC Christmas Day Schedule...?

 

[strafer]

My Batch is ready.

 

[Gambit]

Ready and waiting. Atm this is the only reason I am looking forward to the New Year.

 

[Fireblend]

Oh yes. I've waited so long for this.

 

[Hamlet]

Can't wait hard to believe its almost been two years since the last season started

 

[Slowdive]

How do we watch Many Happy Returns? It's not on the BBC Christmas Day Schedule...?

It's on BBC red button, but it'll be up on their youtube too.

 

[Ace 8095]

It's so strange seeing these guys propelled to Hollywood stardom.

 

[Quick]

Got my snacks ready.

#TeamMolly

#HooperMe

 

[Loomba]

It's on BBC red button, but it'll be up on their youtube too.

Great, thanks. Looking forward to this immensely!

It's so strange seeing these guys propelled to Hollywood stardom.

I know right? One of them is pushing it, but both of them got massive.

 

[Dennis]

What is the Chrismas special going to be about?

The Adventures of John's Moustache?

 

[SCHUEY F1]

Got my snacks ready.

Love that gif

 

[Joqu]

I don't think I have posted in the older thread, but man am I looking forward to the new episodes immensely. The wait has been so painful.

Spoiler

And yes, Cumberbatch does have some nice cheekbones. *swoon*

 

[Loxley]

Ready and waiting.

 

[Cornballer]

Thanks for the thread, PhoncipleBone.

Very much looking forward to this.

 

[Vermillion]

Here we gooooo~~