IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes11%
Metacritic23/100
Google Users35%
Director: Etan Cohen•Genres: Comedy, Mystery, Crime
The eccentric genius detective Sherlock Holmes and his loyal partner Dr. John Watson are tasked with solving a perplexing murder mystery that threatens the Queen of England herself. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they uncover a sinister plot orchestrated by their arch-nemesis, Professor Moriarty, leading to a series of absurd and chaotic events. The duo must overcome their own ineptitude and a barrage of anachronistic gags to foil the villain's plan before time runs out.
Holmes & Watson was overwhelmingly panned by critics and audiences alike, with many citing its lack of humor, nonsensical plot, and reliance on tired comedic tropes. It is widely regarded as one of the worst films of 2018.
Relies heavily on a barrage of painfully unfunny jokes and anachronistic humor.
The chemistry between the leads fails to salvage a nonsensical and incoherent plot.
A significant disappointment that fails to capture the spirit of its iconic characters.
Google audience: Audience reviews are largely negative, with many viewers expressing disappointment in the film's lack of genuine laughs and its repetitive, low-brow humor. The plot is frequently criticized for being confusing and nonsensical, and many felt the movie was a waste of the cast's talent.
Nominated for 4 Golden Raspberry Awards, including Worst Picture and Worst Actor (Will Ferrell). It won Worst Prequel, Remake, Rip-off or Sequel.
The film was originally intended to be a more serious Sherlock Holmes adaptation before Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly were attached and the script was rewritten for comedy.
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