Sherlock Holmes with Robert Downey Jr.: Coming Soon series to expand the universe

The film Sherlock Holmes was an opportunity for Guy Ritchie to offer an adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous character, but also reunited on the screen with Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law in an extraordinary adventure. It was a success when it was released and so was its sequel Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows two years later.

Due to the popularity of this cinematic universe, there was soon talk of a third film…which has never seen the light of day (yet). But do not despair! If you enjoyed watching Sherlock Holmes tonight on TFX, know that the series is being developed by Robert Downey Jr. You !

Two series of Sherlock are planned

Even if there are still rumors of a third installment directed by Dexter Fletcher (Rocketman) – suspended due to Covid – the future of the “Sherlock Holmes” of the cinematic world will be on television. According to the information varietyThe HBO Max platform runs two series based on the franchise.

Sources claim that each show will focus on a new character that should (or should have) been introduced in Sherlock Holmes 3. And both series will be executive produced by Robert Downey Jr. and his wife Susan Downey.

These projects, which are under consideration from 2020, are part of the strategy of the HBO Max platform, which aims to expand the universe of Warner Bros. A spin-off from It, Dune, or The Batman is in development.

Sherlock Holmes was a huge hit for Warner Bros., with both films grossing over $500 million worldwide. The third film was supposed to be released in December 2020 before being pushed back to December 2021. Ultimately, this sequel is on hold for now.