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The Search For Sherlock Holmes

Scottish actor David Hayman
American Public Television
Scottish actor David Hayman

Airs Wednesday, January 12, 2011 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV

"The Search For Sherlock Holmes" follows Scottish actor David Hayman (star of the British crime series "Trial and Retribution") goes off in search of the most famous fictional detective in the world – Sherlock Holmes. Hayman talks to authors, researchers, historians, fans and even a real police detective as he tries to uncover the secret to Holmes’ lasting popularity.

"The Search For Sherlock Holmes" follows Scottish actor David Hayman (star of the British crime series "Trial and Retribution") goes off in search of the most famous fictional detective in the world - Sherlock Holmes.

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