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While Elementary isn't the best police procedural I've ever seen, it's on my top 10 and that's saying something because there are a million police shows to choose from. On top of that there are a million different shows/movies involving Sherlock Holmes so a police procedural with Sherlock Holmes as the main character would really have to stick out for people to tune in and Elementary absolutely does. Jonny Lee Miller is absolutely brilliant as Sherlock and Lucy Lui is great as a female Watson. Jonny Lee Miller is right there with Benedict Cumberbatch and Robert Downey Jr. As the best Sherlock Holmes ever put on screen. The series works so well because of the chemistry between Miller and Lui. It's been off the air since 2019 but I still miss it.

Elementary was such a great show that it's actually underrated as far as cop shows go. This series follows Sherlock Holmes (Jonny Lee Miller) as he leaves London for New York after being in rehab. His father makes him live with a sober companion, Dr. Joan Watson (Lucy Lui). Watson is a former surgeon who quit after losing one of her patients. She now helps addicts stay sober and takes on Sherlock. The two of them then begin consulting with the NYPD solving their most difficult cases. This show was loved by both critics and audiences alike. It has a 95% on Rotten Tomatoes and a 8.0 here. It did well enough to go for 7 fantastic seasons. Just a fair warning, you'll be hooked once you start this series so give yourself enough time to binge through it.

Years ago, I remember reading the publicity for this show before it was released, and pouring scorn on the idea of a modern Sherlock Holmes, set in New York and with a female Watson. "How pathetic!", I sneered, "They must be really desperate for new ideas, to come up with this pile of rubbish!" And when it showed on British television, I only sat down to watch it so I could pull it to pieces.

I could never have guessed that years later I would be watching old episodes, while I impatiently wait for the fourth series to be broadcast. All the people involved have obviously worked very hard to create this intelligent and entertaining show, which has fun with the original stories and characters, while still showing respect (in my view) to the books and the author, Arthur Conan Doyle. Oh, and while I like Jonny Lee Miller as Sherlock, I think the actors who play Joan Watson, Captain Thomas Gregson and Detective Marcus Bell deserve a special mention, as they have the more restrained and therefore difficult roles to play, as his sidekicks.

Thank you for making and releasing "Elementary". And please hurry up with the next series!

I didn't want to watch this because I adore the BBC Sherlock. However, after denying myself for weeks and weeks I decided to download the first 8 episodes and get to work watching them before I made a full opinion.

I was surprised at how easy it was to fall in love with Jonny Lee Miller's Sherlock and Lucy Liu's female Watson. Both actors brought their A-Game and succeeded in bringing viewers in, despite the un-original procedural aspect to the show.

The crimes of the week are lackluster and pedestrian at the very beginning, a typical trait of typical procedural dramas on broadcast networks. However, thankfully this did not continue for all the 12 episodes that have been aired. Somewhere along the 6th episode is when I assume the writers got the full season pick-up and felt the support of CBS after being given the coveted Super Bowl episode slot.

Now the crimes are interesting and layered. The best thing is that the characterization of Sherlock and Watson is the best thing I've seen on a drama in years. Lucy and Jonny have a platonic chemistry which brings angst, sarcasm and wit to the show that is very enjoyable.

The character scenes are the best in every episode, and you can't deny the acting skill involved to breath fresh air into an over used double act such as Holmes and Watson. Miller and Liu make you forget about the other interpretations and fall in love all over again with the crime solving duo.

I suggest everyone watches before passing judgement, and be open minded. You can like all Sherlock Holmes adaptions, there is no rule against liking another.

Elementary is going to be a fantastic series, and I hope it lasts a long time on CBS. It's refreshing and adds vitality to a very old network. Great show!

I was extremely skeptical of this series and it took a lot to even get me to watch the first episode - I've had too many "I want that hour back" moments in my life.

What I expected was a caricature of Holmes and Watson. I expected Watson's female characterization would be absurdly strong, mentally, physically, and emotionally, and Holmes would be weak, needy and barely able to function without her.

I was very pleasantly surprised - especially for the pilot episode where writers and actors usually haven't hit their stride yet.

Instead, within the premise of modernization and change of venue, the characters are engaging, the writing very good, and while Holmes might be a little over the top in this first episode, Liu's Watson is very well done and far more constrained than I expected.

The premise that gets Holmes to NYC, and in part motivates him to re-engage in the line of consulting detective, is plausible.

There were a couple of scenes that were unnecessary for the plot and inserted for drama alone, but overall, I was very impressed.

Other reviewers here have convinced me that the minor shortcomings of season one are addressed in later seasons (with the exception of some audio issues for a couple of seasons). I look forward to that because Season 1, Episode 1 is already a great start.

Just finished the season finale season 6 and have been a faithful viewer throughout. I worried that this could be the series finale, and am very grateful it isn't. Keep watching people! What I find brilliant about this series began at the first season. That a character in modern day as sensitive and intelligent as Sherlock would become an addict makes perfect sense if you think about it. And we meet Watson as the unwelcome sober companion former surgeon hired by Sherlock's father to keep him sober who also has an addiction to solving crimes. The development of relationships and character arcs throughout the years has been a delight to watch. The crimes, the interface with the NYPD with great actors (that didn't have enough to do), Aiden Quinn and Jon Michael Hill, and watching them all affect each other through conflicts, betrayals, along with other great actors playing various supporting roles from the incredible idea of a female Moriarty as nemesis, it all seems almost unworkable until it becomes incredibly workable and fascinating. I find I welcome such an inventive version of the classic. I've enjoyed Jonny Lee Miller's work since "Eli Stone," backtracking his career which got me into British Drama much more. So he is the reason I tuned in to this version, and I love what he's done with the character. His body, the way he holds and moves it, his facial expression, none of which show off his real handsomeness, is amazing. His character is hard to like almost, and the character doesn't care, but does. In this season finale we see a side of Sherlock he hardly ever shows. So much depth and layering of the character that seems like it can keep revealing as he keeps growing. Great writing along with the acting. Lucy Liu who I loved in "Ally McBeal" and have also followed is a great foil and partner to this character as Watson. Both these actors can handle comedy and musical comedy straight. but, sadly, there's not much comedy here. There's little excellent television, especially in American tv. Really good shows get cancelled and tripe gets a following. It's mystifying. This is one of the few really great series available to us. I've watched seasons more than twice and it still holds up as great entertainment, provocative, surprising, in depth, great storytelling. It makes you squirm at times, highly uncomfortable as people go dark, even the heroes. What happens to people when the pain of living with what we do under certain circumstances gets acted out. It's great to have a show taking us into these places with characters that look like they may not make it through it, even break, and where and how recovery happens, how they find their way. There's a real dark twist to Sherlock's recovery in Season 6. All the actors carry it all off extremely well. Well envisioned, directed, set, designed, lit, sound tracked, everything about the series is well done. It doesn't miss a beat.

"Elementary," the modern adaptation of Sherlock Holmes, brings a refreshing twist to the classic detective tale. Set in New York City, the series stars Jonny Lee Miller as Sherlock Holmes and Lucy Liu as Dr. Joan Watson. With its unique approach to the beloved characters, "Elementary" offers an engaging mix of mystery, character development, and social commentary, making it a must-watch for fans of crime dramas.

The storyline follows Sherlock Holmes, a recovering drug addict, who assists the NYPD in solving crimes while navigating his complex relationship with Watson, his sober companion turned partner. The show skillfully blends episodic mysteries with overarching character arcs, delving into themes of addiction, trust, and personal growth. Each episode presents a new case, often featuring clever twists and intricate plotting that keeps viewers guessing.

One of the standout features of "Elementary" is its character development. Jonny Lee Miller's portrayal of Sherlock is both brilliant and flawed, capturing the character's eccentricity and vulnerability. Lucy Liu as Joan Watson is a groundbreaking take on the traditional Watson role, providing depth and agency. The chemistry between Miller and Liu is electric, making their partnership one of the highlights of the series. Supporting characters, including Captain Gregson and various antagonists, are well-rounded, adding richness to the narrative.

While "Elementary" offers a fresh take on the Sherlock Holmes mythos, it does have its shortcomings. Some plots can occasionally feel formulaic, with certain episodes following a predictable structure. Additionally, while the character arcs are generally strong, some secondary characters lack the depth that would make their storylines more impactful.

In conclusion, "Elementary" is a must-watch for both fans of Sherlock Holmes and those new to the detective genre. Its clever writing, strong performances, and unique character dynamics make it a standout series. Despite a few predictable moments, the show successfully blends mystery and drama, offering a compelling narrative that keeps viewers engaged from start to finish. Dive into this modern classic; you won't be disappointed!

ELEMENTARY (2012-2019) is a pretty interesting iteration of the Sherlock Holmes story. This version is sent to America, where he continues to solve crimes. Lucy Liu was excellent, as per her usual

"A crime-solving duo that cracks the NYPD's most impossible cases. Following his fall from grace in London, eccentric Sherlock escapes to New York where his father forces him to live with his worst nightmare--a sober companion, Dr. Watson."

"Elementary" was a good series with drama, mystery and humor. The characters are amusing. The series has a bit of a daytime television vibe but still manages to engage.

I think it's very difficult for people to accept change, in any form. If this is the case for you, and you love the old style Sherlock Holmes...you'll hate this.

However, if you are willing to "go with" the changes made in this adaptation you will find a clever, well written, well acted crime drama.

I can't get enough of Sherlock Holmes fiction or crime drama for that matter. I truly hope that people can accept it for what it is and it carries on for many series.

Matt from England gives this a thumbs up!

I'm usually not a fan of the procedural shows that can so often be churned out on the TV networks, but for some reason "Elementary" struck the right balance of variety and familiarity to keep me watching for the 7 season run.

A contemporary adaptation of the Sherlock Holmes stories, "Elementary" sees the iconic character (Jonny Lee Miller) operating as a consulting detective for the New York City Police Department. Into his life comes Joan Watson (Lucy Liu) a former surgeon, now working as a sober companion. Holmes discovers that Watson has a knack for detective work and with her medical background the pair form a formidable crime fighting team.

I'm not sure why this one ended up being the procedural show I stuck with. I think a lot of it had to do with the charm and chemistry of the two leads. They've been a brilliant pairing and expertly portrayed a growing and then loving relationship that never became romantic. The supporting cast have been good too; both the regular NYPD cops, played by Jon Michael Quinn and Aiden Quinn and the wider cast, Rhys Ifans as Mycroft, John Noble as Holmes' father, and Natalie Dormer as Moriarty.

Admittedly, it does have that same problem that this sort of show always has with being formulaic. It's largely the same story beats in each episode and it's often predicated on one of the pair knowing something extraordinary, rather than the art of deducting. From there they accuse the wrong person, who has an alibi, before the culprit is revealed to be a person they interviewed earlier in the show. I'm being reductive, but only a little bit. Fortunately there are some overriding story arcs that provide some variety to the proceedings and the odd change in set up across the run that freshen things up. It was a tad disappointing that the seventh season didn't provide us with another proper run with Moriarty, but what we did have was OK.

Sad to see the show end, but happy that it ends before running itself into the ground.

9 is the best because no one is perfect or truly good enough to achieve a10. For this fan of ACD and his stories of Sherlock Holmes this rendition comes close to the best so far. It rates at the top with the Benedict Cumberbach series "Sherlock". But, truth be told, it's crowded at the top of that list. "Elementary" actually takes the genre to a whole different level. Every element is modern, nothing is British even if this Holmes moved to New York from London, he barely has a British accent. Unless, because I watch so many British TV and films, I don't notice the English accent as much. I must ask Sherlock about that possibility. The stories are so very American with American criminal's expectations. This time however Watson is nothing one would expect. But Holmes fits perfectly into the skin of this consulting detective. Don't expect any of ACD stories to be retold but that may prove a wrong assumption because this viewer has not watched enough episodes to be certain. Holmes deductive powers are as strong as we expect and just as enjoyable. Holmes' arrogance doesn't lose a step and might actually be stepped up a but. All in all the show meets expectations for a fan of ACD and his Sherlock Holmes.

The lead actors are serious actors. But Jonny, seems to my aging ears, mutters a lot, buries his words in his head voice, and not all his dialogue is easy to hear. I wonder if that is part of the recording process and I sometimes have that problem with Lucy as well on this program.Then to make it worse, even in early segments, there is unrelated music in the background adding nothing dramatically, but compounding the muttering problem. CBS seems to add this music on other shows as well while other broadcasters do not, to their benefit. Since much of the drama of the show is Jonny Lee/Sherlock's thought process, and that is at the heart of the character's intrigue, this loss of vocal clarity is self-destructive. I wonder what others think.

1st 2 seasons fantastic the rest would of been great until johnny lee miller decided to start whispering.End od S02 beginning of season 3 for no reason he starts whispering all the time so were constantly turning the volume up and down.Shame

I used to enjoy Elementary but now I can no longer keep up with the many plots. What makes it really difficult is it seems like Sherlock and Joan are mumbling all the time. I can hear most of the other characters fine, and sometimes Sherlock and Joan come through loud and clear. But often they sound like they're speaking a different language. I've given up! I just can't stay awake and watch them anymore without fully understanding what is going on. My husband still enjoys it. He has trouble understanding what they say sometimes too. But he's continued to watch it. Hopefully the producers can fix the sound for this program.

I so much love this one, pretty good one, and it's just a quite shame that it ended so fast. I mean, there needs to be more. What about to continue filming it? It is pretty popular. Quite. I'm just loving it. Hope there will be new episodes, as it's a quality one.

I was watching many series, but mostly on the same pattern, while this one is 100% different and every scene is good in it. Ot maybe "good" is the lowest rank.

From the profit ones here - you can earn quite a lot of filming more. From actors/acters in it - you folks are epic, please just continue, it is win-win-win combo for all. Hope someone from "the top" is reading this.

Like many people, I love BBC's Sherlock and overlooked Elementary for many reasons. I recently decided to give it a chance and was pleasantly surprised to say the least. First off, don't make the same mistake I did and dismiss it for some of the rather odd sounding changes, it's intended to be a different spin on the classic and does so very well.

Jonny Lee Miller plays a great Sherlock. He's more human and flawed, where the original Sherlock was almost cartoonishly strong at times, but he still has the same confident eccentric brilliance that makes Sherlock Holmes so interesting. He's a recovering addict aided by Sober Companion Watson, a modern politically correct spin on classic Holmes drug use that feels tacked on and out of place at times, but helps drive the character development of both Holmes and Watson.

The new Watson angle was a big factor in what made me pass on the show at first. In addition to the Sober Companion job, it sounded very generic Hollywoody to find an excuse to shoehorn in a pretty female co-star, but Lucy Liu is very good in her role. She doesn't play a shallow sexy distraction from the story, rather just a different sex portraying the same inquisitive, intelligent, adventurous companion that Watson should be. And (as far as I am in the series - fingers crossed) there's no pointless romantic subplots between her and Sherlock, just a straight played female Watson. Hats off to Lucy Liu for making a tough character change that I was prepared to dislike so likable and real.

The best part of the show however is the writing. Writing good mysteries is a fine line to walk. You can either give too little information and blindside the viewer, leaving them feeling shut out and just along for the ride, or too much information delivered too overtly and ruin the fun of following step in step with the details. The truth has to be there somewhere for you to see but not too soon. Elementary manages to walk that line very well. There have been times when something was too obvious or too unpredictable, but much more often the truth is cleverly masked until just the right time - a little before it's revealed, if you're sharp.

I went into this series with low expectations but very quickly fell in love with it. Whether you like the different spin on Arthur Conan Doyle's characters or not, Elementary does mystery right, and it's worth a watch based on that alone.

Found this a couple of weeks ago on Prime while looking for something with a bit of class and intelligence and certainly found something worth watching. Johnny Lee Miller is fantastic as the slightly off-the spectrum, maniacal yet absurdly brilliant mind that epitomises Sherlock Holmes. His logic pattern towards crime solving is a delight as is his performance. Lucy Lui is not bad as his side kick, keeping him calm on his pursuits. This series has intelligence, top-of-the range acting and the odd interjectory of humour, engaging my and my partner as we binge through the whole 5 series. Watch it! Its worth it.

Excellent show, I never get tired show rewatching the series from time to time. A new thing I've discovered watching on Prime. When you pause a scene it shows the actors names currently in the scene. Very cool, as I get older my recall memory suffers.

But enjoy rediscovering things I've forgotten or can't immediately recall.

This feature on Prime Video is amazing and handy for those like me who like to discover or rediscover aspects of a show and the actors involved.

I really enjoy the intricate aspects of this very fascinating series. Also as a retired Police Officer, the dedication to reality.

not only for a Holmes in New York. or for a not expected Watson. but for the admirable science of detail. for the chemistry, in not ordinary sense, between lead characters. for the great performance of Jonny Lee Miller and for the wise form of courage to give new senses to the genre. an useful series. as challenge and impeccable script and beautiful performances. for a Holmes who reflects the states of the viewers. for Lucy Liu who is more than friend and translator and right hand of Holmes but keeper of the sense in the cases who are only puzzles for her colleague. provocative. and surprising. for the preserving rhythm. and for the lovely manner to create a credible story of a classic character who seems be not exactly version of Doyle hero. the fresh air - this is the best good point in this case.

To anyone who says that Elementary is a great 21st century adaptation of the Sherlock Holmes series has not watched the BBC version with Martin Freeman and Benedict Cumberbatch. Now THAT is/was an amazing 6 episodes of Sherlock Holmes in the 21st century.

With that said, I don't mind the American version. I find it's often a little predictable... they need to make it harder on the audience. Solvable without being transparent. Jonny Lee Miller is doing really well as is Lucy Liu, it's just the stories need to be more difficult to solve.

The only reason I'm watching this series is because Dexter, Homeland, and Walking Dead are the only three other shows im watching at the moment. Breaking Bad needs to come back RIGHT NOW!!!

Elementary was my perfect, favorite drama I will keep on my shelf on demand access. Perfect English with no profanity, no adult content, modest in every way, yet thrilling and intellectually challenging to make me think. I loved the intricate mystery plots and can't wait until my repeating Elementary marathon. I beg and beg for the original actors to reprise their roles and give us more of this great series. These great actors, Miller, Liu, Hill, Quinn, and all were born to play these roles...they were totally perfect and had the best screen presence and chemistry rarely seen today. This is my absolute favorite Sherlock Holmes screen production of all; with all respect to the great Rathbone and all. Lee developed the perfect, modern Holmes, and yes with respect to Cumberbatch. Lee captured Holmes perfectly. Lee has experience in classic English drama and his beautiful English is like a wonderful JS Bach to my ears. I love Asian culture and Liu was wonderful in every way. I even liked her wardrobe and dream of tailed suiting for my own workplace as seen on my Pinterest board. Hill and Quinn gave us a Justice system I pray for daily and dream for in our own country. Please reprise this great drama. It was totally perfect in every way. If it becomes unavailable, I will certainly purchase dvd's.

Don't get me wrong, I wanted to like it, I kept trying to warm up to it. I love Sherlock Holmes (I read every story). I liked the first Sherlock Holmes movie with Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law, showing the more physical side of Holmes,(if you've read the books you'd know he'd occasionally wander the streets), as well as Watson (an army surgeon, he'd have been more physical, and smarter, than the way he was portrayed in earlier movie versions.) And I really enjoy the BBC version - Benedict Cumberbatch, Martin Freeman and Rupert Graves do a great job. I like Jonny Lee Miller, Lucy Liu and Aidan Quinn. I like new takes on old formulas, but this just isn't doing it for me. I don't mind the more manic side of Holmes, but in this version it's virtually taken over. Some of that is seen in the BBC version, but there's a charm to Cumberbatch's portrayal that is lacking here. (Even when he's doing really terrible things - what he does to Watson in Hound of the Baskerville verges on sadistic.) And Lucy Liu's Watson just isn't jelling for me. I think declaring straight out that there will be no emotional relationship between the two is great - that would have been too predictable - but there's no emotional connection at all, not even mutual respect. Some of the plots are almost too convoluted as well. Maybe it'll take a while for the series to grow into its characters, but I'll be waiting elsewhere.

Unlike the many Sherlock Holmes snobs who have posted low-scoring reviews, I'm not going to bother with comparisons of other Sherlock Holmes connotations. It's an adaptation that puts intelligent twists to the original story and yet established itself as sufficiently well crafted to stand on its own as one of, if not, the best television series around at the moment. The acting is superb with Jonny Lee Miller, Lucy Liu, Aiden Quinn and Jon Michael Hill carrying the weekly load, with appearances from the likes of Rhys Ivans, Natalie Dormer, Sean Pertwee and even Vinnie Jones to bring some variety. The stories are dramatic, mostly unpredictable with touches of humour and draw on aspects of the modern day as to make them very interesting. I love how they explore the relationships between the characters on both sides of the law and how they deal with their demons both past and present. I find that many episodes explore the fringes of the modern world through topics covering science, computing, art, finance, etc. and this adds to the richness of the plots which, along with the writing, are the strongest aspects of the series. I can't sing the praises of this series enough.

I should admit that I'm a huge BBC Sherlock fan, and I've read more than a few of original stories, too. I follow Mentalist regularly and overall, I like procedurals. So I tried to watch this series' pilot with an open mind. It didn't exactly disappoint, specially acting wise: Miller is quite charismatic and Liu makes a worthy sidekick; but their characters are just pale shadows of the original ones; so far so that if you didn't know their names, you couldn't guess, and not just because Watson is a woman. In my personal opinion, Mentalist's Patrick Jane makes a better Sherlock Holmes than this Sherlock; at least he is not a tattooed drug addict. It's a rather good procedural, but not close to your familiar Sherlock Holmes; So why misuse the big sleuth's name, when you can and you are going to make your own quite different version? The mystery in itself, hardly presented anything new and fresh; and those familiar with Mentalist will make comparisons with a very similar case (s1,ep4: Ladies in Red); specially in a few crucial clues and motives. Story had some holes and 1 big gaffe; one of them includes using Googled info selectively and just for convenience. Final Verdict: I'm gonna stick around for a few more episodes and see if they can hook me up with better stories, and I'll pretend his name is John and hers, Jane Smith.

This show isn't "Sherlock Holmes".... and I don't say that because of any "reimagining" or creative license taken with the character.

This is nothing more than your typical Hollywood detective show that features a quirky guy solving crimes with his straight laced sidekick. It's been done millions of times on US television. Monk, Psych, Mentalist, Lie to Me, Perception, Endgame, The Finder, Life, etc.. The list goes on and on.

This is a very mediocre show... The characters are weak, the stories are weak, and the crimes are mundane. Halfway through the second episode I found myself already solving the "mystery" and spent the rest of the episode wondering why this Sherlock character isn't able to see something so obvious.

Furthermore the character doesn't "deduce" anything important and at least half the deductions are more like dumb guesses, they add little to the character or the story.

The use of "Sherlock Holmes" here is nothing more than a hook to get people to watch the show. In the end the "Sherlock Holmes" character is mere window dressing to your basic quirky detective show. One that isn't even as good as the other quirky detective shows.

The show does absolutely nothing to capture the essence of Sherlock Holmes.

If you really want to watch a modern take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's character then you really should watch BBC's Sherlock.

Elementary tries to be like BBC's Sherlock, but other than having a guy with a British accent, it fails miserably on all counts.