A podcast devoted to the greatest portrayal of the world's greatest detective. From 1984 to 1994, Granada Television produced what is arguably the best (and …
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Guest: Trip Report
In this special trip report episode, we share our thoughts on the recent Brettcon event held in Manchester on September 18-20, 2026 which celebrated the 40th anniversary of Granada’s Return of Sherlock Holmes series with its cast and creators (including clips from the panels).
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Holmes and Watson travel to Winchester where they trade barbs (and arrows) with J. Neil Gibson as they attempt to prove the innocence of a wrongly accused governess and solve the Problem of Thor Bridge. In this episode we hear from members of the cast, examine toxophily in Jeremy Brett’s family, explore the influence of the Huguenot migration on Conan Doyle and Jeremy Paul, and compare changes from story-to-script-to-screen and beyond.
Topics: The Problem of Thor Bridge · Daniel Massey Bio · Philip Bretherton Bio · Celia Gregory Bio · Catherine Russell Bio and Interview Excerpt · Discussion with Luke
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In this special trip report episode, we chronicle our recent travels to the UK, including the Sherlock Showcase in Riverside which was part of the 75th anniversary celebration of the Sherlock Holmes Society of London. Also, we share news and updates on BrettCon: The Return, which is happening in Manchester in September 2026 (ticket links in the show notes). And, we bid a heartfelt farewell to our friend and favorite Doctor Watson, David Burke (1934-2026).
Topics: Brettcon Updates · David Burke (In Memoriam) · Sherlock Showcase · Podcast on BBC Radio Manchester
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Guest: Martyn Walsh
Luke sits down with Manchester music legend Mike Sweeney of the Salford Jets along with series boom operator David Eve and Insprial Carpets bass player Martyn Walsh on BBC Radio Manchester to discuss Jeremy Brett, the podcast and Brettcon 2 : The Return, taking place the 18-20 September 2026 at the Dancehouse Theatre.
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Disappeared, Watson! Disappeared! Sherlock Holmes, The Good Doctor, and the Hon. Philip Green travel from the Lake District to London in search of the missing Lady Frances Carfax. In this podcast we learn of the troubled beginnings to the Case-Book series and hear fond recollections from cast and crew (Jack Klaff, Michael Jayston, Trevor Bowen, John Madden) about the their adventures with Jeremy Brett and the adaptation of this classic tale.
Topics: The Disappearance of the Lady Frances Carfax · Cheryl Campbell bio · Michael Jayston bio · Michael Jayston interview excerpt · Jack Klaff bio · Jack Klaff interview excerpt
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In this special holiday episode, Gus, Luke and David reflect on 2025, share podcast updates, and examine a bit of Sherlockian news. Also, they partake in an impromptu game of Sherlockian Mastermind, discuss podcast-related New Year’s resolutions, and tease some secret event plans for 2026! Plus, a very special listener telegram!
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Guest: Stephen Fry
Video greetings from a few friends of the podcast who couldn't make it to Brettcon but wanted to send their support. Sir Stephen Fry, Barbara Wilshere, Jenny Seagrove, Colin Jeavons, Norma West, June Wyndham-Davies, Tom Burke, Anna Calder-Marshall and David Burke.
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Guest: David Carson
For the final panel of the 2024 Brettcon event, Gus and Luke sit down with director David Carson to discuss The Blue Carbuncle and are joined by fellow cast and crew members from the episode including Ros Simmons (Catharine Cusack), Amelda Brown (Jennie Horner), Esther Dean (Wardrobe), David Eve (Sound), Stuart Doughty (Assoc Prod).
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From the 2024 Brettcon event, to celebrate the life and music of series composer Patrick Gowers, we were joined by Patrick's wife Caroline, children Katharine (who performed the sound of Jeremy's violin), Sir Timothy, and Rebecca as well as John Yap, producer of the original soundtrack album.
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Don't miss the additional audio-only intro to this panel available on your favorite podcast app. From the 2024 Brettcon event, James Faulkner (Stapleton), Kristoffer Tabori (Sir Henry Baskerville) and Alastair Duncan (Dr. Mortimer) regale and excite the live audience with touching and hilarious stories from the filming of The Hound of the Baskervilles. (Recorded on May 25, 2024 in Guildford, England.)
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Guest: Keith Frankel
Don't miss the additional audio-only intro to this panel available on your favorite podcast app. Gus, Luke and David are joined by Keith Frankel and spend 17 minutes reminiscing about the day and sharing a few extra tidbits.
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Guest: Joanna David
Don't miss the additional audio-only intro to this panel available on your favorite podcast app. Gus and Luke spend 10 minutes setting it up and sharing a few extra tidbits.
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From the 2024 Brettcon event, we are joined by on stage by director of photography Lawrence Jones, sound recordist and boom operators Martin Kay and David Eve, and costume designers Kayt Turner and Esther Dean who discuss their work on the Granada series and their time with Jeremy Brett. (Recorded on May 25, 2024 in Guildford, England.)
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Hugh Bonneville, renowned for his roles in Downton Abbey and the Paddington films, speaks to Gus about his new collection of Sherlock Holmes audiobooks as well as an early acting credit as Victor Savage, opposite Jeremy Brett, in Granada's adaptation of The Dying Detective.
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