Sherlock Holmes

Sherlock Holmes was born in modern-day London. He is the protagonist of the BBC television show, Sherlock. He has an older brother named Mycroft, whom he dislikes, and likes to solve crimes. He dubs himself as the world's only consulting detective. ''"It means whenever the police is out of their depth - which is always - they come to me." - Sherlock, A Study in Pink.''  He becomes roomates with Dr. John Watson, an army doctor. Sherlock invites John to investigate a case with him, and they become partners. Sherlock is played by Benedict Cumberbatch.