Elementary (2012)
Elementary is streaming in the UK on Amazon Prime Video, Paramount Plus, Sky Go.
The verdict
Elementary ranks near the top of the current English series crop. It carries a 7.6/10 on TMDB across 1,898 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. Episodes clock in around 43 minutes. In the UK you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Paramount Plus, Sky Go.
Is it worth starting?
This is 7 seasons deep — English drama with a mystery streak, not one for younger kids. Several seasons in, so it's a commitment to start rather than a one-night sampler.
- Why
- It rates 7.6/10 on 1,898 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
A modern-day drama about a crime-solving duo that cracks the NYPD's most impossible cases. Following his fall from grace in London and a stint in rehab, eccentric Sherlock escapes to Manhattan where his wealthy father forces him to live with his worst nightmare - a sober companion, Dr. Watson.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~43 min per episode |
| Watch with family? | 15 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama / Mystery |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Robert Doherty
Cast
Where to watch in the UK
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 2026-09-20 — platforms may change over time.
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