First look at Robert Downey Jr in Sherlock Holmes
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First look at Robert Downey Jr in Sherlock Holmes
Film fans have been treated to a sneak peek at the new Sherlock Holmes film starring Robert Downey Jr as the legendary detective. British director Guy Ritchie sends the Victorian detective and his partner Dr Watson - played by Jude Law - on their latest challenge. As well as bringing more action sequences to the story, the dynamic between Holmes and loyal assistant Watson looks set to differ from what audiences are used to with the casting of heartthrob Law in the part. Ritchie said Sherlock Holmes was his biggest movie "by a long shot" in terms of budget. The film is based on an original story by Lionel Wigram inspired by the Arthur Conan Doyle books and looks set to become a lucrative new franchise. It is scheduled for a December release.
ITN | May 19, 2009
