The Second Stain - Part 6 of 6 (Sherlock Holmes)

[@BartAlder]

Jeremy Brett nails it every single time. It is almost unbelievable how good he was.

[@9Agnes2]

This is certainly one of the best adaptions in this series. Acting, cast, plot, all is amazing. Brett is, naturally, everyone's hero (at least he's mine), but I just realized what a brilliant Lestrade we are given by Jeavons.

[@veronicavaz2769]

Jeremy Brett and Sherlock Immortalised by fine acting.. One can watch repeat episodes over the years and still enjoy them

[@giuseppenero110]

Sherlock Holmes remained a fictional character until Brett came along. He is fictional no more. This episode was the jewel in his crown

[@scottdickens1967]

I love when Brett leaps in Air and Cheers, he was the best Holmes ever! Missed RIP Jeremy

[@ItWILLbeWONDERFUL_THERE]

I was looking for this!

[@vrushalibedekar4014]

Brett has infectious smile. Should I take the 7 percent solution to give up Holmes-Brett addiction? The way he secretly puts the letter back in box and lights a cigarette non chalantly when Hope finds a letter and that secret infectious smile meant in the end for lady Hilda is priceless. I'll never tell you how much I love you Holmes. We too have our own secrets!!!!

[@WalterJoergLangbein]

Jeremy Brett brings Sir Arthur's Sherlock Holmes to life. No other actor ever achieved this. Jeremy Brett does not imitate Holmes. He is Holmes as described by Sir Arthur! Wonderful! Just wonderful!

[@Bringiton513]

+Walter-Jörg Langbein So true. I have read the Sherlock Holmes books, the original newspaper stories, about 10 times and I cannot find anything different between how Jeremy is portraying Holmes in these episodes and the Holmes which is in the stories themselves. I just wasn't able to imagine how someone could possibly be this good before I found these episodes. Jeremy was a genius. No doubt and have studied Holmes character inside and out.

[@celticpoet21]

for sure! being a method actor, Jeremy turned all that was Holmes into his bible basically. he actually learned how to smoke a pipe as the cherry on top.

[@carlosmurray2647]

No, Jeremy was simply being himself, as he had the same characteristics of Holmes, who was based on the real life Doctor Joseph Bell, Sir Arthur created two characters out of Dr. bell.

[@carlosmurray2647]

Jeremy was not a method actor, he was a natural Actor, there is a vast difference, method Actors are cheap imitators.

[@LittleBohoChick]

aaaw, that little jump he made in the end, just made my day :-) Jeremy, you where adorable!

[@RAP511]

This is my favorite episode. Holmes is so smooth. The "diplomatic secrets" line and the "wha-hey!" at the end are two of the best moments in this whole series.

[@shahannarsang9200]

Jeremy Brett as Sherlock Holmes is brilliant

[@MrTarnjitsangha]

I love the moment when the minister is going through his letters. Just as he pauses seeing the 'missing' letter, Holmes comes into view and lights his cigarette. Classic scene from a very classic actor

[@nnthayer]

Jeremy Brett always knew exactly where the frame was

[@CocoOPNY]

This proves to me that Mr. Holmes' heart is not "cold" as Dr. Watson describes of him at times. I love how he is so completely brilliant as to return the letter to his box and cover the whole thing over, all to keep this a happy home. What a romantic deep deep down! :-D Gotta love the complexity of this character. Feels like Sherlock Holmes really lived, doesn't it?

[@LaStriata]

The music at the end is just tearjerkingly uplifting.

[@sanjibroychowdhury2873]

+LaStriata And the leap of faith of Jeremy Brett! I can't believe crying after watching a Sherlock Holmes episode... Its an amazing production. Perhaps the very best of Brett that I have seen.

[@WalterJoergLangbein]

+LaStriata Tears came to my eyes at the end of this beautuful episode!

[@jaycharles4009]

+Walter-Jörg Langbein same here.

[@mjarail]

The music has done justice to the style of Sr Edward Elgar or H. H. Parry.

[@harpiyon]

Damn, this show was so good, it´s a timeless masterpiece thaks to the fact that the makers didn´t rely on any trendy, stylish bric-a-brac & special effects, but made it plain, straightforward & as simple as possible. This is a blessing in a time of short-lived trends. The main actors (Brett, Burke, Hardwicke) were excellent, and the guest stars were very good, too. You can still enjoy it today, almost 30 years after it was first released. And I´m sure ppl will be watching it in 100 years, too.

[@lkjhu76]

One of THE best! Brett's facial expressions just speak volumes! Fabulous...thank you thank you

[@12348477]

If this series had been made now it would have won lots of awards for acting and production/costume design.

[@carlosmurray2647]

This episode always brings a tear to my eye, like remembering Grandfather, talking about his life... sigh.....

[@tmanmant11]

Watched SH as a kid and now at 58 still get a thrill I consider this to being in the top 5 of all stories-all actors-all plots and of course the ending -Wha-Hey

[@sherbuy]

My dear Watson, I was bowled over by the acting !

[@gypsycyn]

This is one of my favorite episodes by far! it shows Holmes as his classic genius hound on the scent victorious, and when he's satisfied his intelligence, he helps a lady in distress. and its so EASY for him! I also LOVE the holmes/lestrade rivalry. Lestrade always tries to outsmart Holmes like a younger brother looking up to his older more wordly brother, but I love that, instead of getting frustrated that Holmes always figures it out first, he admires Holmes even more! wonderful!

[@Ophanimswatchoverme]

3:44 I love that happy jump!! lmao! Another excellent adventure! :-D

[@NikhilKhandekar]

This is one of the best episodes!

[@GildaLee27]

Oh the tender paternalism of "I know it is difficult for you to understand...," then the look she gives SH at 5:04: priceless! This episode is among the very best of an excellent series. Thank you, anish79, for posting it!

[@roberthickson8471]

One of the best performances by Brett and an excellent episode - Bravo Brett Bravo!!

[@giuseppenero110]

I thought the Six Napoleons was his best until I saw this episode. Truly his crowning glory.

[@roberthickson8471]

***** There hasn't been another actor, in my opinion, who has portrayed Sherlock Holmes as well as he.

[@robertquentincobb]

Ah! To see Jeremy Brett Smile is worth a 1000 Buck! Excellent Episode! Thanks for posting!

[@HenryMcGuinnessGuitar]

Actually I find this episode to be one of the finest in the Brett Holmes collection, and this ending to be the single most exuberant, joyful moment in this series. I love the "patriotic march" variation on the Holmes music, I love the pompous old Victorians, the ice cold actress wife of Trelawny-Hope. And finally I love Hardwicke and Brett. Wonderful actors and men. Thanks for uploading :)

[@12348477]

I like how Hope says he didn't look through the box as it wasn't necessary, then when the letter is found he said he "checked and checked".

[@vagabondfaith1]

Very very brilliant...I personally revel in these productions and enjoy watching them over and over !!!!!!!! THE VERY BEST OF ENTERTAINMENT AND FULL OF CHRISTIAN LESSONS..

[@nisachannel7077]

Jeremy Brett, the true and only Sherlock Holmes. Love it, love it!!!

[@cha5]

I just love that triumphant jump of joy at 3:43, :'-) sure there have been many fine actors to play Holmes, Benedict Cumberbatch, Rathbone and others, but for me Jeremy Brett will never be surpassed.

[@jmmj6665]

Man i wish he was alive so I'd meet him...he's work and the producers great work are eternal anyway!

[@9Agnes2]

Granada, along with the wonderful people who upload these, has given my summer break a meaning!

[@NakiaRogue]

A most unusual story. Loved it.

[@lyrayeretzian6712]

I miss seeing Jeremy Brett. He was the best Sherlock Holmes!

[@Ophanimswatchoverme]

Simply amazing!! Love him so much! ♡♡

[@clouds882]

The late Jeremy Brett, brilliant actor and the perfect Sherlock Holmes. RIP, Jeremy Brett and Edward Hardwicke.

[@angelicak887]

That match strike. Perfection. x)

[@TallAnimations]

Did NOT expect that jump for joy.

[@totofan4ever]

I love this episode. "WAHEY!" indeed!

[@almpvnj]

what a wonderful wonderful sherlock holmes! I am still smiling-definitely not so cold hearted after all or at least when it comes down to matters of true love bravo sherlock bravo

[@csqr]

Wish they'd make TV like this now. Classy and brilliant.

[@Offshoreorganbuilder]

Another brilliant realisation. Thank you for posting this, and particularly for allowing the end title music to run to the end.

[@74powers]

A mind like a steal trap and a heart too.. Holmes is an advocate of love....

[@wombatlover2796]

Absolutely fantastic, Jeremy Brett is without doubt the best version of Sherlock Holmes, like for ever, the world's first unofficial consulting detective!!! He nails the role splendidly, bravo !!!

[@LuisBaz]

In a way....no one does Holmes better.....Hands down !!!!! Ive seen teh before the after......Mr. Brett is the BEST !!!!! Even the new ones will have to study him to make sure there doing the right thing,,,,,,,,I mean Ive read all the books and in my mind thats him period.........

[@KING-lf4vy]

Just Marvelous. . .

[@FurryAminal]

This, the Naval Treaty, and The Hound of the Baskervilles are my favourites.

[@DrHKM-ui9xn]

Jeremy Brett is just great actor......having sharp eyes like Holmes and others everything...also directors and producers did nice work..

[@DrHKM-ui9xn]

magnificent.......great acting....

[@zthetha]

Jeremy Brett has made this role so much his own that it is impossible to see him in other productions without believing you are watching Sherlock Holmes. I cannot imagine how his portrayal of this fictional figure could be bettered - and the recent ludicrous film with that Yank playing the role simply goes to prove this point. The above is also true for his sidekick, Dr Watson, played exquisitely by Edward Hardwick..

[@TheCosmicVagabond]

my favorite episode! outstanding acting from everyone!

[@marialourdesmartinez4782]

No one can replace ur superb acting Brett 👏👏👏

[@UnicornGirl27]

I was almost jumping to my feet and cheering when I saw the end of this clip. Had to stay composed or else my family would think of me crazy... Nonetheless... Holmes&JB: BRAVO BRAVO BRAVO!!!!!!

[@RAP511]

Ah Prime Minister, we too have our diplomatic secrets. Holmes is too smooth.

[@piscean60]

love this one- among the usual cast of characters I'm a big fan of Harry Andrews and Patricia Hodge who I believe was in "Betrayal" with Jeremy Irons in the 80's - well done by all-

[@vagabondfaith1]

Loved it brilliant acting production everything!!!!!!!!!!

[@jaycharles4009]

Thank you for posting these. The best.

[@heydrichmuller]

Splendid bust collection in that house! Love it

[@RiverVmanna]

This is probably the best one I've seen so far.

[@zulfiqarkhaskhali]

Oh! Extraordinary performance.I do love you Jeremy for your acting being a student of the English literature.Z.A.K.

[@nancybratby4416]

I suspect the PM with his suspicions would have kept an eye on Lady Hilda in the future as not to be trusted. All that has been said about Brett and this series still holds true, classic and timeless. Doyle would have loved these.

[@debabratabhattacharya2987]

Brilliant.Wonderful acting by Jeremy Brett.Great performance.

[@HenryMcGuinnessGuitar]

It's a variation on the series theme tune - full of Victorian pomp and patriotism :) Written for this programme I think it appears on a CD of music from the series (all by Patrick Gowers I think)

[@bundle_of_penguins]

My 3. fav episode. Love it when he jumps in the end!! :DDD

[@takeshihiraoka5310]

Just as a point of interest, it seems to me that Holmes is something of an anti hero. The way he assumes an attitude to the hierarchy and those in authority. I love these episodes, and think Jeremy Brett is BRILLIANT as SH. Thanks for sharing. But honestly, even though I think Patricia Hobbs is a really talented actor, I truly believe that she was miscast in this role. Thanks again.

[@dismith73]

Patricia Hodge

[@jaycee50]

One of my favorite episodes!!

[@Heavenzvoice]

This was a delightful episode....

[@Count_Drakin]

Didn't expect the jump of joy lol WHA-HEY!!!!!!!!¡¡¡¡¡!!!!!!!!

[@dismith73]

Music for the series composed by William Patrick Gowers (5 May 1936 - 30 December 2014)

[@SV2609]

The expression on Jeremey at 2:55 to 3:00 is touche!

[@GetUpTheMountains]

Ahh his slight lip puckering is classic!

[@WerldRocker]

I have to admit, I like this version of the Sherlock Holmes's character!

[@heyyyyyynow]

I love this series. Jeremy and Edward make it perfect,

[@sbarr10]

Sherlock Holmes - keeper of state and marital secrets, LOL.

[@lylejohnson7591]

I wonder if they had an air bag for Jeremy Brett to land. That jump looks risky.

[@katherinewilson1853]

I never thought about that but yeah!

[@Azegor]

And back to Baker St. to indulge in some 8% solution and blast some more holes in the wall.

[@Setigr]

Hearing Holmes' line at 2:33 ('because I knew it was nowhere else'), I come to suspect that before he went to play Jack Sparrow, Johnny Depp watched and listened to Jeremy Brett. There is a distinctive slur (occasional at first, but progressive over the duration of the series) in Brett's vocal performance that reminds me of Depp's slur when performing as Sparrow. And the body language also shows certain similarities.

[@sandyreid4028]

Excellent my Dear Watson!

[@jeremebernier6374]

Very fun! I enjoyed it immensely.

[@jaudsle]

Indeed. Great episode and ending.

[@ingerlander]

Nice to see the great Harry Andrews. Must have been one of his very last performances.

[@kgykgy111]

We TOO have our diplomatic secrets !

[@melaniesmith5056]

Very very classy solution in solving this one!!......R.I.P Jeremy Brett

[@tabletalk33]

Splendid! Hoorah!

[@Bringiton513]

Well Done Again! Three Cheers.

[@buzzawuzza3743]

And another feather in LeStrade's cap!

[@debottamchanda6915]

Loved it!!

[@Karamazov5]

Better than the book!

[@catherinespark]

@LordHamlet99 In the book he goes as far as to slap Watson on the back in glee when he realises a case can be solved. And in the Hound of the Baskervilles he actually was 'laughing and dancing and wringing [Watson] by the hand'!

[@MrNadim2011]

Only one word for it or two as Holmes may have commented himself: "excellent" or "pure genius".

[@obiwanobiwan13]

@MrsSherlcokHolmes I most certainly agree, Mrs... Well, no hiding your hopes THERE, now, are you? But unless your name is Irene_Addlerrr or something... ;) EPIC jump and "WHA-HEY!" at the end... XD

[@samimotag]

Great movie!

[@MrRuwald11]

mr brett is the best holmes. hands down its safe to say. mr brett is just quirky enough.

[@Old.Man.Of.The.Mountain]

Wohhheyy!! 🙆‍♂

[@HenryMcGuinnessGuitar]

Ah - it's even on amazon as an MP3 :) . The piece is called "The Illustrious Lord Bellinger" and is on a collection called "Sherlock Holmes: Original Television Soundtrack" Probs more info than you needed - enjoy :)

[@LaStriata]

I instantly recognised the voice of General Woundwort :)

[@jeremebernier6374]

+LaStriata Ah...I hadn't....good catch :)

[@onlyoneearth6773]

+LaStriata Oh I say well done. Well done indeed! Capital!

[@CocoOPNY]

@Setigr Johnny Depp was imitating Keith Richards from the Rolling Stones, which is why KR is so good-sported as to play his dad in the third movie.

[@reik2006]

1:40 ... nerves of steel like hes carrying the letter right there in his hand :D it's a lot more "sherlockish" that way :D in the german audiobook from "maritim" the wife is putting back the letter in the bedroom while they are talking with the lord downstairs :D but this version right here is more tensed :D

[@Gohot229]

Probably in the top ten of Doyle's work.... but they are all good....

[@OorusevenFiibaa7777]

2:59 He's so pretty I think I'm going to cry. TwT

[@cherylbulleid7091]

Best kept secret yet