Mark Gatiss, co-creator of the acclaimed detective series Sherlock, recently shared his aspirations for a major comeback, but this time on the big screen.
In an interview with Deadline, Gatiss revealed his hopes to transition Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson from television to cinema, proposing a reunion film that would bring back stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. Gatiss said:
You’d have to ask Benedict [Cumberbatch] and Martin [Freeman]. We’d like to make a film, but trying to get everyone together is very difficult.
Gatiss, who developed Sherlock with Steven Moffat, pointed out the challenges involved in assembling the key cast for such a project. Despite the logistical hurdles, his excitement for a film adaptation remains high. The success of the potential film hinges on the availability of its leading men, Cumberbatch and Freeman, who have both carved out significant careers in film since their days on Sherlock.
Gatiss once described the move to film is only natural following the conclusion of the series to The Guardian. However, he was quick to note the complexities involved in such an endeavor, comparing his situation to Edgar Wright’s lengthy and ultimately unfruitful involvement with Ant-Man. Gatiss lamented the industry’s intricacies, explaining,
“People think you can just wave a wand. It’s incredibly difficult to get people interested and get films made. But, also, we were genuinely interested in making them for TV because we love TV. We would love to make a Sherlock movie. It’s the natural thing to do. “