“Sherlock” season 3, episode 3: “His Last Vow” airs tonight.
A case of stolen letters leads Sherlock Holmes into a long conflict with Charles Augustus Magnussen, the Napoleon of blackmail, and the one man he truly hates. But how do you tackle a foe who knows the personal weakness of every person of importance in the Western world?
The show’s summary reads:
“‘Sherlock’” is a three-part series that retells the tale of England’s most celebrated detective but in a modern-day setting, with Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman taking the leads as Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson respectively. A thrilling, funny, fast-paced contemporary remake of the Arthur Conan Doyle classic.”
“Sherlock” season 3, episode 2: “His Last Vow” airs Jan. 12, at 4 p.m. EST on BBC One.