The many reinventions of Sherlock Holmes

The many reinventions of Sherlock Holmes

Sherlock Holmes first appeared in Arthur Conan Doyle's 1887 novel —and he hasn't left the scene yet. He's been delighting readers and listeners for close to 140 years, yet Doyle's detective stories, in which Holmes solves case after case with a combination of careful observation, sharp intellect, and logical reasoning, never seem to get old. In fact, there have been so many Sherlock Holmes retellings over the years that it would be impossible to list them all. In the century and a half since Holmes solved his first case, authors, comic creators, screenwriters, playwrights, and other artists have reimagined him in hundreds of different ways.

Whether you're a die-hard Sherlock Holmes fan looking for the best new retellings or a mystery lover who enjoys a good detective story but can't be bothered with Victorian London, there's a Holmes story for you. We've collected 10 of the best Holmes reinventions for your listening pleasure. You'll find stories starring a female Sherlock Holmes, modern Sherlock Holmes retellings, Sherlock Holmes YA retellings, a mystery set on Jupiter, a series inspired by Lovecraftian horror, and more.