Customer Ratings & Reviews

I must also admit that although I grew up reading and enjoying all the Sherlock Holmes stories, I am usually disappointed by their TV and film adaptations. This series has been an exceptional stand out, and I highly recommend it for any Holmes fan. I picked up the DVD sets of Seasons One and Two. I do suggest you start with Season One before watching Season Two, so you can appreciate the progress of characters, relationships and sub-plots. Season One establishes the relationship between Holmes and Watson, how they come together, and the season ends with episodes involving Dr. Moriarty. Season Two explores their partnership and living compatibility, has an episode filmed in London to show Holmes' back story, and brings in Inspector Lestrade and much more with Holmes' brother Mycroft. I enjoy seeing how characters and plots from Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's original stories are being worked into the series. The modern treatment of Holmes and Watson - placing them in NYC, making Watson a female, showing Holmes as a recovering addict, having them work with the NYPD, etc. - is both creative and fresh while still being respectful of the original material. The essence of the characters and their relationships remains true but there's far more depth and background now. It also makes Holmes more believable in a modern day setting. I would imagine it difficult to come up with new story-lines each week for Holmes but there are no bad episodes in either season (I have yet to see season three, though it gets great reviews from fans). I think all the actors have been very well chosen for their roles and they complement each other very well. Holmes' character has so many quirky expressions and mannerisms that it's impossible to take your eyes off him. Essentially, each episode plays out like a crime drama but there's far more importance on the character development here, compared to other TV crime dramas. Also, in comparison to ANY other TV show I've EVER seen, Holmes (especially) has very long scenes of dialogue to deliver... it must be an especially demanding role simply for the memorization of lines, and I think Johnny Lee Miller (and Lucy Lui) deserve awards for this! Now that I've praised the show, I should explain why I've deducted one star from the season two DVD package. First, as others have mentioned, there are often times when Holmes dialogue is hard to hear. These are usually quiet scenes where he is conversing with Watson and while we can clearly hear her, his voice is a very quiet mumble/whisper. I don't believe this to be a problem with the DVD but a problem with how the show was filmed. I happens in several episodes and I do hope they correct this on future releases. Compared to DVD's of other TV series, this show is much more expensive, so wait for it to go on sale.

If you enjoy "Elementary," you won't want to miss out on the 6-disc second season! As usual, there are numerous intriguing and mysterious cases for Sherlock and Joan to solve, and, as an added bonus, Sherlock's brother Mycroft makes a re-appearance in their lives much to Sherlock's disapproval. Mycroft's dealings cause Sherlock to delve into a very complex and dark case in which he, Holmes and Joan have all become entangled and which solving or not solving equates with the difference of life or death. Johnny Lee Miller and Lucy Liu shine in their performances as Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Joan Watson. Highly entertaining and engaging mysteries to try to solve one's self. I strongly recommend it. Well worth the money.

Great delivery! This show is awesome and it came in better shape than season one which had a small piece of plastic broken on the case itself, none of the discs appear to be scratched on the first season, this one is still sealed but no plastic pieces are rattling around inside the case so it's good to go!

"Elementary" is my favorite TV series - the best on network television. The modern-day slant on Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson is brilliant and intriguing. Due to work hours, I missed several season-two shows and had to buy the DVD to catch up. It's a great complete series to own! The undercurrent of romance between Holmes and the female Dr Watson adds a whole new tension to the story. I highly recommend you buy the DVDs and see ALL the shows!

As with most Sherlock Holmes programs, this is intelligent and thought provoking. Highly entertaining. I had some trouble warming up to Johnny Lee Miller as Sherlock, but he now has me totally won over. The character development has been steady, giving the characters more interest and humanity. The 2nd season was even better than the 1st. A must have.

I find this show a very interesting one. A reboot of Sherlocke Holmes with a twist... a lady sidekick. Great acting from Johnny Lee Miller, Lucy Liu plays her role very well and most of the episodes are real good, maybe 1 or 2 misses but still a great season. Sherlocke is weird but solves d cases in the end. It reminds me of another show on TNT called Perception. (I like both shows). I am glad it is coming back for another season.

This is a great interpretation of the Sherlock Holmes mythology. Beautifully adapted into New York City, while keeping true to the origins of the characters, main and supporting. Superbly acted by all with a top notch crew supporting them, as seen by the sets, direction, lighting, editing and sound work.

The second season of a modernized Sherlock Holms series focused a great deal of time on the relationships between Sherlock, Watson, and Mycroft Holms. It set up the eventual third season for a new dynamic if Watson follows up on her plan to move into her own apartment.

This is the second season for this update on Sherlock Holmes, placing him in present day New York City. There are many references to the original stories. One major change is that Dr. Watson is a woman. This adds an interesting element to the show and works very well.

Elementary is a great show. Johnny Lee Miller has found his role and plays it perfectly. Lucy Lui is always awesome. They have become one of the best high end detective teams of all time in my book.

This is one of my new favorite shows. Season 1 set the foundation and season 2 starts including the backstory of the characters. I would recommend this show to anyone who likes a weekly who done it show that is different than the generic CSI or LA Law series.

This is a second season that definitely does not disappoint! The "relationship dynamic" changes for Sherlock (Jonny Lee Miller) and Watson (Lucy Liu) this season but the pace doesn't drop off at all. My favorite part is when we finally meet my favorite character, Mycroft (a remarkable Rhys Ifans) and the story line they weave with him! My only complaint is that there is no "play all" option on the DVD menus. Drives me nuts when they don't have that on boxed sets.

Elementary continues to be a strong rival to the original TV favorite starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce...only now in color and with Lucy Liu. Great stories and continued character development make this one to add to the collection.

If you weren't a fan of Sherlock Holmes. Watch this series and you will be The characters are great and the mysteries and crimes are brilliantly thought out. Johnny Lee Miller and Lucy Liu are a great match for one another on this show.

I am a Sherlock Holmes fan. I must admit that this modern take is pretty good (not as good as the BBC's Sherlock, though).. Johnny Lee Miller plays the main role pretty good and Lucy Liu is pretty good as Watson... The rest of the supporting cast is adequate. Season one was very good and season two picks up from there, but it leads to a cumbersome end this year. Still, it is a worthwhile pick for Holmes fans.

I'm not sure if I prefer this version of Sherlock Holmes or the British one with Cumberbatch more but they are both great mystery series. This one you get more episodes and it has Watson as a female which is great.

I like the second season better than the first season. The actors have now embraced their characters and developed them fully. The stories are more intriguing with delightfully unexpected twists.

Great series with a refreshing take on the two main characters. Johnny Lee Miller and Lucy Liu have great chemistry. Do wish there had been a blu-ray release as this show deserves.

Just got done watching the first season. Was so glad that they just released this season. I enjoy watching this series. If you like drama with some twists you'll like this one..

We watched the first season on T.V. We liked it so well that we came to Best Buy and bought the first season and when the second season came out we came in and bought it.