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Benedict Cumberbatch Confirms That SHERLOCK Will Return For A Fourth Season

Martin Freeman (The Hobbit) and Benedict Cumberbatch (Star Trek Into Darkness) haven't even begun filming the third season yet, but the latter has reportedly confirmed that they have signed up for a further three episodes after that. Read on for details!

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By Josh Wilding - 3/12/2013

Rejoice fellow Sherlock fans! According to Radio Times, Benedict Cumberbatch (Sherlock Holmes) has confirmed that he and co-star Martin Freeman (Dr. John Watson) will return as the iconic duo for a fourth season of the BBC series. "We've agreed to two more series but I could get into trouble for saying that," he told the site at the South Bank Show Awards earlier this afternoon. "All I know at the moment is I'm doing these three [episodes of the upcoming series] and another three." He apparently went on to add that he would like to continue playing the character beyond a fourth season, although with both him and Freeman now finding big screen success in blockbusters like The Hobbit and Star Trek Into Darkness, it all depends on their hectic schedules! Filming of season three begins next week in order for it to air (in the UK at least) this Fall.

Source: Radio Times
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Reasonnnn - 3/12/2013, 3:42 PM
HELL YEAH I AM SHER-LOCKED
bazinga85 - 3/12/2013, 3:43 PM
YES!! LOVE THIS SHOW!!
mctrinket - 3/12/2013, 3:44 PM
Great show!
ClaireLannister2016 - 3/12/2013, 3:44 PM
Ajkfdslfjsoiajorsfdahur SHerlock FEEEEEEEEEEEEELS! :D
thewonderer - 3/12/2013, 3:51 PM
Martin Freeman is just bloody brilliant, as is Cumberbatch.

Watson: It's not obvious to me.

Sherlock: Oh what it must feel like to live in your world....
Mystery - 3/12/2013, 3:53 PM
ABOUT TIME!
Chloefornication - 3/12/2013, 3:58 PM
And I shall return to watch the shit out of that fourth season!
SuperDude001 - 3/12/2013, 4:05 PM
I don't see how though as if the three hinting words 'Rat. Wedding. Bow' are anything to go by, the last episode of series three will be based on the last canon story...I mean sure more stories could work but I'm not sure.
I mean I'd like them, but if we have to wait another year after year for three freaking episodes a series then I'd prefer they end it at three.
Also if Cumberbatch's new hair is gonna be Sherlock look...he's gotten flatter...
SmellofDuty - 3/12/2013, 4:06 PM
Sweet!! Freaking love this show and can't wait for season three!!
SuperDude001 - 3/12/2013, 4:07 PM
P.s. If we can report on Sherlock Holmes you might want to add that Paul McGuigan, director of four of the Sherlock episodes, is confirmed to not be returning this series (look it up on digital spy).
SmellofDuty - 3/12/2013, 4:08 PM
I wish he'd just go ahead and confirm himself as Doctor Strange.
Godzillafart - 3/12/2013, 4:13 PM
Nice! I'm glad their growing stardom isn't going to kill this awesome show!
SuperSomething616 - 3/12/2013, 4:13 PM
better fcuking had do!!!
BenderDickCumPatch - 3/12/2013, 4:16 PM
OMG IM CRYING [frick] YES SHERLOCKED TO THE MAX BRB DYING
neonhero - 3/12/2013, 4:19 PM
Moriarty was a let down in season 2, but still a great series overall. Looking forward to more.
BboiBlack - 3/12/2013, 4:22 PM
3 episodes isn't a "Season"
That being said, Nolan could learn a thing or two about a grounded great detective.
SuperDude001 - 3/12/2013, 4:23 PM
BboiBlack @ You clearly aren't familiar with British TV if you think 3 episodes isn't a series (or season as the US put it)
Gusto - 3/12/2013, 4:52 PM
Shit...I thought he was that Dr. Whom guy...
ruadh - 3/12/2013, 5:12 PM
"I wish he'd just go ahead and confirm himself as Doctor Strange."

All due respect to Dr. Strange fans, but Cumberbatch as Strange is really the only thing I can think of that would get me excited about that movie. (I assume the trailer will pull me in like the THor one did, but still)...
AnungUnRama - 3/12/2013, 5:20 PM
So great to hear that. I was damn afraid he would bail due to his rising big screen success. That he is loyal to the show makes him even more likable. Great guy.
AnungUnRama - 3/12/2013, 5:22 PM
^Would also love them to expand the series/seasons beyond only 3 episodes
ACira - 3/12/2013, 5:38 PM
I love Sherlock, it's probably my favourite TV show. I have to say though, I'm a bit conflicted about a fourth series or more... on the one hand, I love the show and the idea of new episodes is really exciting. On the other hand, I don't want to see it stretched out to the point that it becomes boring, or even worse, ending abruptly with no true finale planned or created. I hope, if there is a fourth season, it's the last. Too many good shows are drawn out until they become old and boring. I'd rather see Sherlock go out with a bang than fade into obscurity.

Always leave the audience wanting more.
ACira - 3/12/2013, 5:39 PM
Actually maybe five seasons...
BackwardGalaxy - 3/12/2013, 5:39 PM
Cumberbatch + Freeman = And it was good.
bHrUuLcKe - 3/12/2013, 6:03 PM
Favorite show hands down. I can not wait for the third series to start. When I heard the hint words 'Rat. Wedding. Bow.' my stomach sank thinking that the next series would be the last. Now probably a fourth and beyond?

Words can't describe how happy I am!
AnungUnRama - 3/12/2013, 6:09 PM
@ACira: There are dozens of Holmes stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. So as long as they keep the great writing I don't see why the show should seem stretched after 12 or 15 episodes (4 or 5 seasons). But I agree that when the series eventually comes to an end it should be with a bang and not just with some regular episode.
Dragun - 3/12/2013, 7:30 PM
Great to hear.
staypuffed - 3/12/2013, 11:20 PM
[frick] yeah! One of the best shows of the last few years.
Sevket - 3/13/2013, 4:25 AM
Very happy
cartoonpersona - 3/13/2013, 6:30 AM
yes yes yes
NorrinRaddical - 3/13/2013, 8:16 AM
well someone is going to have to explain to me the ending of season 3! They can make as many more as they like
GetsugaTensho22 - 3/13/2013, 8:17 AM
I Find his portrayal of Sherlock to be an obnoxious twat who magically pulls details out of his ass. I really can't stand this show simply because of him. Ugh.

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