Jeremy Brett on "Secret of Sherlock Holmes" (John Tibbetts' interview)

JEREMY BRETT ON SHERLOCK HOLMES
By John C. Tibbetts
London, Wyndham Theater
September 30, 1988
The pics of Jeremy Brett are from the book "The Roll with Jeremy Brett" by Marcus Tylor
The pics from the play were found in the Internet.

[@barbarathomas5530]

He is so humble the way he speaks of his characterization of Holmes. I don't think he realized just how wonderfully amazing he was and that the public viewed him as the best quintessential Holmes ever!

[@amm287]

One reason of his being so amazing is because he is so humble. We all are lucky that he gave us his Holmes.

[@justynakowalska3221]

They say, you can't fall in love with the voice. Well, they definitely never heard Jeremy Brett.

[@thraciangrapes]

I just adore the way he so eloquently expresses himself. What a classy gentleman

[@merin797]

Just finished his biography. So many insights into his childhood, his family, his horrid time at Eton, his Rheumatic fever, his personal relationships, and of course, his battle with bipolar disorder. It’s amazing he accomplished so much in his 61 years. An amazing actor, family man, and humble person at that. He was a generous, thoughtful, kind soul. Simply amazing that we were lucky enough share an Earthly portion with him, on the ribbon of time.🌹

[@johnpages4627]

je réponds ce Jérémie Brett qui s appelait en réalité Peter Jérémie William Higgins est mort à Londres le 12 septembre 1995 dans son appartement en pleine nuit tout seul ont dit d une crise cardiaque moi je ne le crois pas du tout il fumer beaucoup il est mort plutôt d un cancer à 61 ans tout jeune encore il était tout dégrader il était plutôt l ombre de lui même voilà la vrai vérité ! et c est un passionnerait de Sherlock Holmes que vous le dit de plus il était très buveur d alcools c est tristre tout ça !

[@Likeitmeanssomething]

For me personally I could listen to him talking endlessly for hours acting or not, every delivery is timeless, has a meaning and a reasoning behind it, his English and his class were second to none! RIP, Sir !

[@twelvepetaledlotus1721]

No one else could hold a candle. He was sherlock

[@vintagebrew1057]

Jeremy was also the best Maxim De Winter in the BBC Rebbecca 1979. His Holmes is sublime and unsurpassed. I could listen to his voice all day. Goodnight Sweet Prince.....

[@StudentLifeIDEAS]

In my humble opinion no one can ever go close to JB's portrayal of Maxim de Winter or Holmes. He was and is the greatest ever!

[@heartofcinema3454]

Love Sherlock "Jeremy Brett" Holmes. He's the only actor to make Holmes a loveable human being, he went beyond the novel and added his character and compassion to the role. Sherlock ends at Brett. No one will surpass his representation.

[@saintcruzin]

Jeremy Brett is by far the best Holmes. He was taken too young but gave us much...

[@catcook3324]

Nobody plays a better Sherlock.

[@deniseandrews113]

The baton may be passed to other actors, but Jeremy broke the mold for this character! BEST. SHERLOCK. EVER. RIP🙏

[@jamesonjabiru]

I read the books as a teenger and fell in love with them. Then, many many years later I found Brett on youtube and finally saw the Granada series. He absolutely matched the Holmes in my mind. He took the source material and poured himself into that shape. To me, Jeremy is Holmes.

[@windwatcher11]

I couldn't agree more. I had a similar experience. Having seen Basil Rathbone's Holmes originally, I fought the thought that Jeremy's was truer to Canon, but the fight was ridiculously short-lived! They both have that voice, but Basil's was uncomfortably conceited. All the stupid trappings of 1940s Hollywood didn't help either! Jeremy's Holmes transported me back to the original wonder I felt when I read those stories at the age of 13. Long live the King of Holmes! ❤

[@nohandle62]

Brett was the definitive Holmes. No one else can touch him in interpreting this character. NO ONE.

[@julianadeau4885]

No finer Sherlock Holmes has ever been played, and indeed, shall ever be played, as has been by Jeremy Brett. All other incarnations, past and future, shall be pale imitations, mere ghosts of the detective of 221b Baker Street. You shall be greatly missed, Mr. Brett. Requiescat in pace.

[@moej.priest6861]

Absolutely beautifully stated. Thank you

[@leonita2252]

No one even close to this magnificent man ever!!, Love you Jeremy ❤️❤️❤️❤️, Rest in peace our beloved hero ❤️❤️

[@wardaddyhunt622]

I love how true to the character he was. Didn't try to make it his own just went straight on the source material

[@terrancehawkins1595]

Whenever I read a Sherlock Holmes mystery I always envision Jeremy Brett, Bravo!

[@lideabarker8161]

There is no one else. He is/was Holmes. No one could do this character any better.

[@mr.sherlockholmes6130]

Jeremy Brett was Amazing and left a legacy that will never be equaled again. He as lady Doyle said To Brett , He was the Holmes of my Childhood!!!!! Brett said after hearing this he had a bottle of Champagne. That says it all. What a Genius of a Actor and What a Incredible human being Jeremy Was. He is so missed. He was Holmes. Jeremy I know your in Heaven with Edward Hardwicke smiling down on us knowing your Holmes lives on forever. Thank you for this Amazing interview.

[@eppyz]

Such a well spoken person. Your very much missed Jeremy Brett🙏

[@rajeshbargotra4743]

Wow... the beautiful voice of Jeremy... the unmistakable heavenly, Majestic, and baritone voice... ❤️

[@YT4Me57]

Without Watson, Holmes could not exist in space and time. Holmes is ill suited for life amongst humans. Watson provides a key to open the door to that which Holmes cannot understand or tolerate. Watson feels privileged to be a part of Holmes' life. They truly love one another like David and Jonathan.

[@ThomasfromDenmark1]

A true genius. And so humble. Rest in peace.

[@tripleransom4349]

Oh, that amazing voice! Seeing the play is one of my most cherished memories. What a pity there's no film record of it.

[@serahblair2374]

how wonderful for you to be able to see! (I'm 16, so obviously I wasn't alive when the play was being performed) I would have loved to see it!

[@MetallicAGirl14]

Serah Blair same I’m also 16 and I’m saddened that he passed before I was even born

[@reubenroo]

Yes, I saw the play 4 times at Wyndhams Theatre. I still have the advertising poster. There was a small cafe, just across the road. I saw Jeremy dash from the theatre, shortly before a matinee performance, and pop into the cafe. When he returned, I asked him to sign my theatre programme. He was the perfect gentleman and thanked me for taking time out of my day to come and see him. Haha..the pleasure was all mine! Bless him❤️

[@SheepofTheShepherd-nu3lz]

That torch was passed on definitely however, the torch is pretty much burned out because Jeremy Brett is no longer here and I am watching the series Once Again from my childhood. I was such a huge fan when the show originally came on back in the 80s and 90s. That I couldn't help but Watch it again. And it's amazing. I still remember the day when Jeremy Brett died back in September of 1995. As far as I'm concerned, he will always be Sherlock Holmes.

[@thomasodonnell9221]

To me, Brett's interpretation of the great detective builds upon those previous and excells, to the point of where the distinction between actor and character vanishes.

[@joeoconnor5400]

It's time once and for all for the BAFTA Fellowship to recognise Jeremy Brett.

[@20167199]

Jeremy Brett is and always will be Sherlock Holmes.

[@nelsonx5326]

Maybe he was a natural to play Sherlock and nobody knew till he did. Jeremy had to create the funny mannerisms of the Holmes he played, those amazing hand flourishes, the touches that make his Holmes come to life ad such a quirky individual. Robert Downey Jr. played a great Holmes. Love Jeremy. He's under my skin. I adore him.

[@ProtheroeVideos1]

I can't agree with Jeremy that the torch hasn't really been passed on. Actors have played Holmes. Jeremy Brett was Holmes. There will never be another Holmes. I am very much in your debt. I may be getting an opportunity to write about Holmes. I was nearly going to turn it down. It may kill me but I can't turn away. Thank you.

[@peachanddaisygirls]

This was 3 years ago, I'm curious did you ever write anything?

[@SGortelli]

What a legend Mr Brett is and was

[@johncook7281]

So articulate about the character. Actors like musicians have wide influences and experiences

[@kimberlykat6341]

I still watch the reruns over & over

[@user-pj6wt9db1r]

Charming man

[@peterderiemer3854]

My FAVORITE Holmes..One of my FAVORITE actors.

[@dorothysay8327]

Best interview with Jeremy Brett on his Sherlock.

[@nabanitaroy6706]

You are exact Sherlock of Conan Doyle illustration. Extremely wonderful love you sooo much

[@peggybeckwith3479]

He defined the role of Holmes . It it his for good.

[@johnshields6852]

I've just recently found Brett series, it's very interesting to watch, I'm a Sherlock fanatic

[@alexisgrey3633]

I love how he seemed to call everyone 'darling'.

[@spinx9402]

Sounds fake

[@anodyne57]

@@spinx9402 How do you imagine it would sound if it were sincere instead?

[@spinx9402]

@anodyne57 when someone is very close to your heart , you will never holler words of love or adoration for that individual in an open public so that whole world can hear. TRUE and real feelings r always private and its expression are always low soft and subtle. But when u holler those same terms out ostentatiously in open public for somebody, it shows clearly that your intention towards that individual is not genuine at all but somewhat fake(y).

[@spinx9402]

@@anodyne57 if king charles and also the U.S president aswell, starts to address every individual as "Darling, " the same u people will be up in arms & start to criticize him from the very next day. !!?????????

[@spinx9402]

@@anodyne57 does your office boss calls u as "darling" when u go for a job or an interview or do you adress all your colleagues as "oh my darling "" in your office?????? Or does the principals of colleges in your country addresses to their students in the same way ? 😂😂😂😂

[@nancyallen628]

WOW his voice!!!

[@_metal_militia773]

agreed...i was always amazed by the background set, never mind the masterful performances of the entire cast of the sherlock holmes series! my most favorite series ever!

[@danacoleman4007]

I can't imagine anyone EVER doing it better.

[@valerievalois6263]

I could listen to him read the phone book and be mesmerized. Wherever you are, Mr. Brett, I hope you can still feel the love. ❤

[@iainmacinnes5847]

Always a pleasure to hear his voice. One truly great joy for me was reading June Thomson's Sherlock Holmes stories, which are lifted from the Conan Doyle stories and allude to cases that Holmes and Watson were involved with. I hear Jeremy Brett when I read them and it really brings the stories to life - almost like discovering there were more episodes made by Jeremy Brett that were never broadcast. THE greatest Sherlock Holmes, no question.

[@RemoraMarine]

John Tibbets brings him out in this interview. Fabulous!

[@noelhill6403]

I'm watching jeremy brett's interview but It sounds like sherlock holmes speaking.

[@isabellechevalier7170]

What a man, what an actor!

[@leetylr]

Thankyou for posting this. Shame he got so ill in the end R.I.P Jeremy.

[@joserafaelzepeda-garza9971]

Jeremy Brett Brilliant actor. + Arthur Conan-Doyle Brilliant author. BRAVO

[@drwatsonca6945]

What helped Brett become one of the best holmes was not just one of the best Watsons but early on during the first few seasons he had scripts that stayed loyal to the stories.

[@katiemonroe5097]

I love Jeremy Brett he was my favorite sh

[@Inspector-71]

Simply the best

[@laurareutter6928]

Love these photographs of JB paired with his melodious voice.

[@tonyhayes4980]

Beautiful interview

[@beebee8018]

Elegant speaking Jeremy Brett. Such a versatile actor Very Much Missed.

[@ej3016]

have just worked my way thru the Granada television series - KZbin then “recommended” this interview - if I could have a reverse bucket list - seeing this production would be very close to the top - thank you for posting

[@maureentuohy8672]

What a treat! Thank you. Now I wish I could have seen the play.

[@MynaahHvorostovsky]

Eu poderia passar toda a vida, escutando esse homem falar... 😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Rob_Shoot]

Forever my Sherlock Holmes!

[@davidbarton5438]

The finest duo

[@stevebr551]

What Einstein was to physics, Jordon was to basketball, Ali to Boxing, Gould to Bach, Jeremy Brett was to Holmes!

[@PS-kd1if]

Do Jeremys in Britain all have such a magnetic low voice? Lol. He evokes Irons to me, but I think he is also more articulate than the other Jeremy, which makes it even more charismatic to listen to.

[@wmnoffaith1]

I know. It's incredible to listen to. I think I could listen to him read the phone book.

[@geoffboxell9301]

Being a heavy smoker helps.

[@Paul-bd4dm]

Brilliant actor, sadly missed,R.I.P

[@BarbaraZook-fv2bo]

Such a great actor. Loved his Sherlock portrayal. I’m in love all over again. 😊

[@imtheeternalscholar]

I think JB being bi sexual gave him the edge in his interpretation of Sherlock! He played him with style and grace which I have found lacks in others who have interpreted Sherlock. His movements were beautiful and eloquent. His way of expressing Sherlock like he did l feel would probably put a smile on Conan Doyle’s face. He was the only Sherlock.

[@stuartwarner6719]

This interview gives an insight into why Jeremy is the definitive Holmes - even putting aside the insights gleaned from his own familiarity with bipolar disorder (which clearly affected the Holmes authored by Doyle), he still stands out with a unique visual communication of energy oscillating wildly between fleeting unbridled joy and a general disconsolate apathy, rapid and perfect enunciation to demonstrate terrifying speed and precision of mind, and at turns a flash of tinny vicious teeth and a bark of a laugh. Holmes is a super-human character, and Jeremy was the first and most accurate representation with those deliberately exaggerated human qualities. I first watched him as child in the 80s and have revisited his performances many times. The recording technology and the effects that were available to Granada are now dated, but the acting is timeless and without peer.

[@Hich-dx9yo]

🙏💐❤J.B❤💐🙏

[@danivarius]

Absolutely adored Brett as Holmes, and both David Burke & Edward Hardwicke as Watson. I do like some other interpretations of the character including some of Rathbone, and latterly discovered Peter Cushing which are very good!

[@jangreen5618]

The best Holmes ever, alongside Christopher Plummer.

[@dorothysay8327]

Not alongside but above. Plummer was good too; but Brett is phenomenal.

[@TheStockwell]

I'm not sure if it's fair to put a one-off performance of Holmes against that of an actor who spent a decade in the role in 42 different films. No offense intended.

[@howardnorris1773]

I doubt anyone will quite match his portrayal.

[@shaunswift2738]

In my opinion he's the only sherlock Holmes. What a wonderful actor.

[@cicerodiello1]

If only Jeremy Brett washere to read me to sleep every night.

[@jodywho6696]

Just adore it all✨

[@mr_reborn]

Oh, he produced the play himself, eh? Isnt that interesting.

[@GravesRWFiA]

in the story 'the three garridebs' you do see their friendship in Holmes' reaction to watson getting shot at the climax

[@ParkSeoHamStar]

Jeremy Brett ✨🤍✨Stunning Talented Precoiusidad Lindo Hot Charisma 👏✨👏✨👏✨👏✨👏✨👏✨

[@robinivens7870]

Oh to have kissed him just once ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@melissabarrett9750]

He was a heavy smoker... Would have tasted quite musty. He was a gorgeous man, though, so it might have been worth it.

[@KatieCatWalker]

I didn't understand ASMR but listening to him I get it now.

[@garyhewitt886]

Equal to Basil Rathbone in my opinion.Jeremy's nuances as Holmes are mesmersising.

[@joemacaluso4627]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@analyytikko1279]

Wow...he really speak same foice for He’s Sherlock holmes movie 😂😲

[@gaillouise8310]

The best Sherlock,ever. Gone way to soon!!

[@catalinadavila9967]

Gracias a USTED PUERTO RICO U S.A.

[@aloisguillerm4104]

jb is the best

[@charlesnolan7602]

Jeremy Brent Sherlock Holmes.

[@melissabarrett9750]

Jeremy Brett Freddie Eynesford-Hill.

[@elvirajakab6872]

💝😔

[@dennismason3740]

What is Britain going to dramatize after Sir Jeremy? Pretty much (NOT ALL) shite. Good actors in terrible stories - mostly. Morse for some odd reason was depressingly good - Sir John Thaw, no doubt. Figger it out y'all. Dudes and Dudettes of Britain, Hollywood salutes you now make a bloody good t.v. show. BBC ain't the only bully in town and the rules have changed for, shall we say, storytellers? Aloha ya Hodads.

[@bamboosa]

Who filmed it and where can I get it? I can't even type.

[@jangreen5618]

Watch murder by decree.

[@inoname99]

Narrative Only.

[@johno2655]

Is this play on KZbin?

[@oscary1]

John O, please listen to it here: soundcloud.com/alison-carter/the-secret-of-sherlock-holmes-act-1 and soundcloud.com/alison-carter/the-secret-of-sherlock-holmes-act-2

[@austenj4539]

Brett and Hardwick - lovvies who laboured and lost. Whenever I watched them, I couldn't go beyond their failure to convince. Every moment was a ghastly acting contrivance and wholly vacuous and transparent rendition.

[@PanamaBob1942]

Seriously?

[@soniavadnjal7553]

Fake comment.

[@austenj4539]

@@soniavadnjal7553 Please don't post fake comments. thanks. BTW - I still hold the view that both Brett and Hardwick were overacting and failed to convince.

[@henrigaziel2002]

Then you obviously know absolutely nothing about acting.

[@bsdgffishtuna5186]

brett just ripped off rathbone

[@DaveB-gm9pj-j2t]

He was gay

[@nohandle62]

He was bisexual.

[@jodywho6696]

And your point is ?

[@nikaarfa7462]

Does it really matter ? I really don’t want to know what was his sexuality!!

[@valerievalois6263]

Who cares, he was an amazing artist, his sexuality was his to enjoy and none of our business. What a miserable comment.

[@valerievalois6263]

So what?! He was a great artist, his sexuality was his to enjoy and none of your business! What a miserable small comment.