In Doyle’s writings,Holmes often carried out his investigations by donning unique disguises.
Some of his many costumes included a clergyman, an Italian priest, and a groom.
Despite being a notable part of Holmes' character,Sherlockopted to take out this detail.
Throughout all four seasons ofSherlock,Holmes never really finds himself in one of these iconic disguises.
Although Holmes is a character audiences know and love,Sherlockhad to reinvent the wheel in some ways.
Their Sherlock had to be Holmesian, but also needed to stand out as his own character.
In this way, including costumes might have led to confusion aboutwho Cumberbatch’s Sherlock really was.
Plus, to be fair, his iconic blue coat was a dramatic enough costume on its own.
Because of this, any habit of his that defied his coarse personality was a treat.
That’s exactly the sort of levity thatSherlockthrived on.
Of course,Sherlockdidn’t entirely miss out on these smallSherlock Holmesdetails.
Ultimately,Sherlockdid its best, even if it missed this one exciting detail.
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