What led Arthur Conan Doyle to create, and then destroy the world famous detective, Sherlock Holmes? This compelling drama explores the dark secrets that surround the author and his creation.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Douglas HenshallSir Arthur Conan Doyle | Sir Arthur Conan Doyle |
 Tim McInnernySelden | Selden |
 Emily BluntJean Leckie | Jean Leckie |
 Brian CoxJoseph Bell | Joseph Bell |
 Sinéad CusackMary Doyle | Mary Doyle |
 Saskia ReevesLouisa Doyle | Louisa Doyle |
 John BettCharles Doyle | Charles Doyle |
 Allan CordunerGreenhough Smith | Greenhough Smith |
 Anthony CalfBryan Charles Walker | Bryan Charles Walker |
 Anne RaittMedium | Medium |
 Brian PettiferHarry How | Harry How |
 Ralph RiachCleeve | Cleeve |
| EErin RowanMary Louise Doyle | Mary Louise Doyle |
| NNinian WilsonKingsley Doyle | Kingsley Doyle |
 Finlay WelshCrighton Doctor | Crighton Doctor |
| RRichard ConlonBold Student | Bold Student |
 Jordan YoungMale Patient | Male Patient |