Young Sherlock has been an instant hit with viewers on Amazon Prime Video and I’m on to say that watching it has been an exhilarating experience. The series keeps you hooked with its mix of suspense and mystery.
The series, released in March 2026, stars Hero Fiennes Tiffin as Sherlock and Donal Finn as James Moriarty.
What is Young Sherlock about?
The series explores Sherlock’s early years, long before he becomes the legendary detective of Baker Street. Here, he’s unpredictable, curious, and always in the wrong place at the wrong time. His brother gets him a small job at Oxford University, but things quickly turn dark when a Chinese princess arrives and a shocking murder takes place.
As Sherlock starts investigating, he uncovers secrets, hidden motives, and a bigger conspiracy. Along the way, we see his intelligence grow, his instincts sharpen, and the early stages of his rivalry with Moriarty begin.
Sherlock
What you need to know about Sherlock:
- Season: 4
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- Is it still on air? No
We have to start where it all really took off, with Sherlock. It aired from 2010 to 2017 and stars Benedict Cumberbatch as Sherlock Holmes and Martin Freeman as Doctor John Watson.
It’s a great series to watch alongside Young Sherlock, especially if you want to see how his story develops later on. Here, Sherlock is much older, more experienced, and his life is far more complex. You also get key characters like Mycroft and James Moriarty, which makes it even more interesting if you like those dynamics.
Even if you haven’t seen it before, it still works well—it almost feels like a natural continuation, just with a more mature and intense version of the character.
The Irregulars
What you need to know about Irregulars:
- Season: One
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- Is it still on air? No
This series is closely linked to the Sherlock Holmes world. It follows a group of street kids solving supernatural crimes in Victorian London, all connected to Sherlock Holmes. The show has an 80% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 6.1/10 on IMDb.
Although it didn’t run for long, it’s still worth watching—especially if you’re a Sherlock fan. It offers a darker, more supernatural take on the world, making it something a bit different while still feeling familiar.
Vienna Blood
What you need to know about Vienna Blood:
Similar to Sherlock, we follow a detective-and-sidekick duo—but this time in early 1900s Vienna, where Max Liebermann, a student of psychologist Sigmund Freud, assists Detective Oskar Reinhardt in solving crimes, bringing a very similar “brains + crime” dynamic. Based on the Liebermann novels by Frank Tallis. Cast: Matthew Beard as Max Liebermann, Juergen Maurer as Oskar Reinhardt, Luise von Finckh as Clara Weiss.
Miss Scarlet and the Duke
Genre: Crime drama, mystery, period
Created by: Rachael New
First aired: 2020
Setting: Victorian London
The series follows Eliza Scarlet, a sharp and resourceful woman who becomes a private detective in Victorian London after her father dies. She partners with—and frequently clashes with—Scotland Yard inspector William Wellington, as the two solve crimes while navigating social constraints and growing personal tension.
Created by Rachael New, the show first aired in 2020 and blends case-of-the-week mysteries with ongoing character development. It leans into Victorian-era crime-solving while also exploring the challenges Eliza faces as a woman working in a male-dominated profession.
The series stars Kate Phillips as Eliza Scarlet and Stuart Martin as William Wellington. Their dynamic—part rivalry, part partnership—is the emotional core of the show.
Tonally, it sits between traditional detective procedurals and light period drama, with a focus on character chemistry, social commentary, and accessible mystery storytelling.
Ripper Street
Ripper Street is a British crime drama set in the East End of London in the aftermath of the Jack the Ripper murders. It begins in 1889 and follows the officers of the H Division of the Metropolitan Police as they try to keep order in Whitechapel, a district still shaken by fear and poverty.
At its core, the series mixes police procedural storytelling with a darker, character-driven look at Victorian society. Detective Inspector Edmund Reid is the central figure in the early seasons, working alongside his team to solve violent crimes while also confronting corruption, political pressure, and the lingering public hysteria caused by the Ripper case. The tone is gritty and often bleak, with a strong focus on moral ambiguity rather than clean-cut justice.
As the series progresses, it expands beyond simple case-of-the-week stories into longer arcs involving organised crime, personal tragedy, and the changing nature of London itself as it moves into the early 20th century. The show is known for its detailed period production design and its willingness to portray the brutality and instability of the era without much softening.
Endeavour
set Oxford just like Young Sherlock, Endevoir is an crime Seris that aired originally on ITV. A young detective learning the ropes—very similar “origin story” feel.
Grantchester
A vicar and detective solving crimes in a 1950s English village.
The Alienist
Early criminal psychology in 1890s New York with a team hunting serial killers.
The Artful Dodger
A clever young character navigating crime and identity in a historical setting (fans say it has similar vibes).
The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles
Follows a young adventurer solving mysteries across the world—less detective, more adventure, but similar “origin story” energy.
