30 Sherlock quiz questions and answers

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If you’re a fan of the brilliant detective and his crime-solving adventures, then you’ve come to the right place. Sherlock is a British television crime drama based on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes detective stories. The show features Benedict Cumberbatch as the titular character, Sherlock Holmes, a consulting detective with an impressive intellect and an unorthodox approach to solving crimes. Martin Freeman plays Dr. John Watson, a former military doctor and the closest friend and confidant of Sherlock.

Set in modern-day London, Sherlock features complex and intricately woven cases that challenge Sherlock and Watson’s intellect, problem-solving skills, and often put their lives at risk. The show’s unique blend of humor, suspense, and drama has made it a fan favorite since its debut in 2010.

This quiz will test your knowledge of the show’s characters, cases, and storylines. From the iconic “A Study in Pink” to the thrilling “The Final Problem,” the show has offered a range of mysteries and characters that have captured the attention of viewers around the world.

So, do you think you have what it takes to solve the cases alongside Sherlock and Watson? Can you identify the clues, solve the riddles, and uncover the truth? Then, put your detective skills to the test and take on this ultimate Sherlock Quiz!

Sherlock quiz questions and answers

Sherlock quiz questions

  1. In what year did the first episode of Sherlock air?
  2. What is the name of the landlady of 221B Baker Street?
  3. Who is the arch-nemesis of Sherlock Holmes?
  4. What is the name of Sherlock’s brother?
  5. What is the name of the first episode of season 1?
  6. Who played the role of Jim Moriarty in the show?
  7. What is the name of Sherlock’s homeless network of informants?
  8. Who was the original creator of the Sherlock Holmes character?
  9. What is the name of the detective inspector who is often at odds with Sherlock?
  10. What is the name of the actress who plays Mary Watson?
  11. What is the name of Sherlock’s ex-girlfriend who appears in season 2?
  12. What is the name of the villain in “The Hounds of Baskerville”?
  13. In which episode do we first see Sherlock wearing his iconic deerstalker hat?
  14. What is the name of the serial killer in “A Study in Pink”?
  15. What is the name of the actor who plays Dr. John Watson?
  16. What is the name of the woman who hires Sherlock to find her missing father?
  17. What is the name of the organization that Moriarty is a part of?
  18. What is the name of the female hacker who helps Sherlock and Watson in season 3?
  19. What is the name of the character played by Andrew Scott in season 4?
  20. In which episode do we see the return of Moriarty?
  21. What is the name of the villain in “The Abominable Bride”?
  22. What is the name of the character played by Amanda Abbington in season 3?
  23. In what country does the majority of season 3 take place?
  24. What is the name of the villain in “The Reichenbach Fall”?
  25. What is the name of the serial killer in “The Blind Banker”?
  26. What is the name of Sherlock’s landlady’s dog?
  27. Who plays the role of Irene Adler?
  28. What is the name of the villain in “The Sign of Three”?
  29. What is the name of the episode where we learn about Sherlock’s childhood?
  30. In which episode do we see the introduction of Sherlock’s sister, Eurus?

Sherlock quiz answers

  1. 2010
  2. Mrs. Hudson
  3. Professor James Moriarty
  4. Mycroft Holmes
  5. “A Study in Pink”
  6. Andrew Scott
  7. The Homeless Network/The Baker Street Irregulars
  8. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
  9. DI Greg Lestrade
  10. Amanda Abbington
  11. Irene Adler
  12. Henry Knight
  13. “The Hound of Baskerville”
  14. Jeff Hope
  15. Martin Freeman
  16. Faith Smith
  17. The Network
  18. Janine Hawkins
  19. Jim Moriarty
  20. “The Empty Hearse”
  21. Emelia Ricoletti
  22. Mary Morstan
  23. Serbia
  24. Jim Moriarty
  25. Golem
  26. Toby
  27. Lara Pulver
  28. Charles Augustus Magnussen
  29. “The Great Game”
  30. “The Final Problem”

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