If you’re looking for an action-packed, fun-filled romp to binge-watch this week, Prime Video’s new detective drama, Young Sherlock, might just be the perfect TV pick.

Viewers are loving Guy Ritchie’s new crime caper, which stars Hero Fiennes Tiffin (After) as a young Sherlock Holmes.

Sherlock and Moriarty are played by Hero Fiennes Tiffin and Dónal Finn © Daniel Smith/Prime
Sherlock and Moriarty are played by Hero Fiennes Tiffin and Dónal Finn

The series reimagines the origin story of Arthur Conan Doyle’s iconic literary sleuth and follows the titular amateur investigator as he becomes embroiled in a murder case in 1870s Oxford.

The new drama has received positive reviews from critics and boasts an impressive Rotten Tomatoes rating of 84 per cent. HELLO! Writer Lucy Norris described the plot as “zesty” and “full of British charm and delicious twists,” in her four-star review, which also praised the chemistry between leading man Hero and his co-star, Dónal Finn, who plays James Moriarty.

What are viewers saying about Young Sherlock?

It’s safe to say that viewers are loving the new series, with some binge-watching all eight episodes in one night, while another described the drama as a “masterpiece”.

Taking to X, one person wrote: “If you haven’t watched Young Sherlock yet, watch it! The series is amazing from beginning to end,” while another hailed the drama as a “must-watch”. “Watched the whole season 1 in one night continuously,” they penned, adding: “It’s engaging, entertaining and a treat to Sherlock fans.”

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Viewers are loving the action-packed romp

A third viewer remarked: “Just watched the first episode of #YoungSherlock and absolutely loved it. Solid 9/10, while another wrote: “Loved what Guy Ritchie and Matthew Parkhill cooked up for #YoungSherlock. Hero Fiennes Tiffin and Dónal Finn are beyond magnetic in these roles.

“A great ensemble cast, strong (TWISTY!!!) mystery and energetic production. A lot to love here from @PrimeVideoUK,” they added.

What is Young Sherlock about?

Billed as an “irreverent, action-packed mystery,” the series charts the origin story of famous London detective Sherlock Holmes.

The series begins in Oxford, where Sherlock has started working as a porter for the University of Oxford.

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The series is available to stream on Prime Video

The synopsis reads: “When a charismatic, youthfully defiant Sherlock Holmes meets none other than James Moriarty he finds himself dragged into a murder investigation that threatens his liberty. Sherlock’s first ever case unravels a globe-trotting conspiracy, leading to an explosive showdown that alters the course of his life forever.

“Unfolding in a vibrant Victorian England and adventuring abroad, the series will expose the early antics of the anarchic adolescent who is yet to evolve into Baker Street’s most renowned resident.”

More detective shows to binge-watch now

His & Hers – This compelling thriller follows married couple, Anna Andrews (Tessa Thompson) and Jack Harper (Jon Bernthal), who are both connected to a shocking murder. One is a detective and the other a journalist – and both parties think their spouse is the prime suspect. Watch on Netflix.

Broadchurch – This smash hit drama follows DS Ellie Miller (Olivia Coleman) and DS Alec Hardy (David Tennant) as they investigate the murder of 11-year-old Danny Latimer, which sends shock waves through the close-knit West-Country seaside community of Broadchurch. Watch on Netflix and ITVX.

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David Tennant and Olivia Colman star in Broadchurch

Dept. Q – Downton Abbey’s Matthew Goode stars as talented but tortured detective DCI Carl Morck, as he heads up a new cold case unit for the Edinburgh police. Watch on Netflix.

Ballard – This Bosch spin-off stars Maggie Q (Divergent) as Detective Renée Ballard as she leads the LAPD’s new and underfunded cold case division. Watch on Prime Video.

Young Sherlock is available to stream on Prime Video now.