Sherlock Holmes in the 20th Century

In the distant future of the 22nd century, a robot named 'Sherlock Holmes' is activated to solve a murder. He is aided by his robotic companion 'Dr. Watson' and a futuristic Inspector Lestrade. The robot Holmes must adapt his deductive reasoning to a world of advanced technology to catch the killer.

This made-for-television film received a mixed to positive reception, often praised for its unique futuristic take on the classic detective and its ambitious concept. However, some critics found the execution to be somewhat uneven, with pacing issues and a less-than-compelling mystery at its core. It is generally regarded as an interesting, albeit not definitive, adaptation of the Sherlock Holmes character.

• A novel concept that brings Sherlock Holmes into the future.

• The performance of the robot Holmes is a highlight.

• Some viewers found the plot predictable and the special effects dated.

Google audience: Audience reception is limited, with some appreciating the creative reimagining of Sherlock Holmes in a sci-fi setting, while others found the story and effects to be lacking.

The actor playing Sherlock Holmes, Geoffrey Whitehead, also portrayed the character in another, more traditional Sherlock Holmes film 'The Hound of the Baskervilles' released in 1983.