A trailer forWatsonhas been released, teasing an updatedSherlock Holmesstory with elements ofHouseand crime drama in the TV series - where the detective is already dead.TheSherlock Holmesshowfollows its titular character, John Watson (Morris Chestnut), who opens up a clinic following the death of his former detective boss. He uses his detective skills to solve the difficult medical issues of patients who come in. The show will premiere on Sunday, January 26 after the AFC Championship Game, before moving to its regular time of Sundays at 9 p.m. on February 16.
Now,CBShas released a trailer forWatson, teasing what to expect from the updatedSherlock Holmesstory without the usual detective in the lead role. It reveals that,after his boss' death at the hands of Moriarty, Watson decided to open up a clinic, hiring four of the best doctors he could find. The trailer teases a multitude of medical mysteries and emergencies as the team approaches their diagnoses like detectives. This hints at a premise similar toHouse, but with a twist only this detective franchise could pull off. Check out the new trailer below:
What Watson’s Trailer Says About The Medical Drama
Plenty Of Medical Mysteries Will Be Explored
Watsonwas created by Craig Sweeny, who previously served as a writer and executive producer forElementary, anotherSherlock Holmesadaptationfrom CBS. Larry Teng is also an executive producer of the show and director of the first two episodes, having directed seven episodes ofElementaryas well. While the new series is unconnected to the previous installment the pair worked on, their creative endeavors within the franchise prove them the most capable of handling this latest reimagining.
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The trailer also promises a look at Watson’s past, emphasizing how his attempt at saving Sherlock’s life led him to open up his clinic.The mystery of his murder seems like it will be long-standing trauma in the back of his mind, as he takes a variety of difficult cases to save as many lives as he can. GivenChestnut’s impressive acting career, starring in everything fromAmerican Horror Story: Murder HousetoReasonable Doubtseason 2, he’ll have plenty to wrestle with portraying this new, dynamic version of the classic detective’s assistant.
Our Take On Watson’s Latest Trailer
A Uniquely Engaging Sherlock Holmes Story
Watsonemphasizes an evolution for the franchise, utilizing elements of the originalSherlock Holmesto turn it into a medical drama. Its setting within the detective universe also means it could explore cases that feel similar to some of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s original work, possibly pulling from them for inspiration. With a strong story already being presented coupled with an intriguing premise, the new CBS series seems like it will have plenty of pull when it premieres next year.
Watsonwill air Sundays at 9 p.m. in 2025, betweenTrackerseason 2 (8 p.m.) andThe Equalizerseason 5 (10 p.m.).
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Watson follows Dr. John Watson a year after Sherlock Holmes' demise as he leads a clinic for rare disorders. Despite his return to medical practice, Watson is drawn back into the mysteries and challenges of his past, suggesting that his association with Holmes is far from over.
