Martin Clunes (Doc Martin) stars as Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of Sherlock Holmes, in this adaptation of Julian Barnes's thrilling novel. Outraged by injustice to an Anglo-Indian solicitor, Doyle uses the methods of his own fictional detective to get at the truth. Also starring Arsher Ali, Charles Edwards, Hattie Morahan, and Art Malik.
Masterpiece: Arthur & George (U.K. Edition)
Martin Clunes (Doc Martin) stars as Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of Sherlock Holmes, in a real-life case that inspired the great author to put down his pen and turn detective. Outraged by injustice to an Anglo-Indian solicitor, Doyle uses the methods of his own fictional detective to get at the truth. Adapted by the riveting novel by Julian Barnes and based on true events, Arthur & George is a gripping three-part drama with all the twists and turns of the finest classic crime fiction, co-starring Arsher Ali (The Missing), Charles Edwards (Downton Abbey), Hattie Morahan (The Bletchley Circle), and Art Malik (The Jewel in the Crown). Will Doyle be able to unlock the case?
This drama contains scenes which may not be suitable for all audiences. Viewer discretion is advised.
Producer: Philippa Braithwaite, Trevor Hopkins
Executive Producer: Rebecca Eaton
Production Year: 2015
Copyright Year: 2015
Rating: TV-14
Actors: Martin Clunes, Charles Edwards, Arsher Ali, Hattie Morahan, Art Malik
Talent: Martin Clunes
Writers: Ed Whitmore
Number of Discs: 1
Length: 180 minutes
Subtitled: Y
Subtitle Languages: English (SDH)
DVI: N
Audio Format: Stereo
Aspect Ratio: 16x9 Widescreen
Content Warning: This program contains material that may not be appropriate for all viewers. Viewer discretion is advised.