At the end of the second season, Sherlock Holmes (Benedict Cumberbatch) faked his own death ... O, that I were a mug in that hand, that I might touch those lips. Happy birthday, indeed.

The occasional salty word aside, Cumberbatch displayed charm, charisma, and a quick wit -- all the qualities that have made his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes ... was on hand to talk about playing ...

When Sherlock premiered on the BBC in 2010, it immediately updated the image of the world’s most famous detective for modern society.

Benedict Cumberbatch as Holmes in the BBC One drama series Sherlock. Credit ... He says it’s all in the posture, and he crouches forward, swivelling his eyes snakily, to demonstrate.