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The Best Episodes of Sherlock Season 4

Every episode of Sherlock Season 4 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Sherlock Season 4!

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A modern update finds the famous sleuth and his doctor partner solving crime in 21st century London.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Sherlock Season 4 Episode 2 - The Lying Detective
    9.0/10(31454 votes)

    S4:E2

    Sherlock faces perhaps the most chilling enemy of his long career: the powerful and seemingly unassailable Culverton Smith – a man with a very dark secret indeed.

    Director:Nick Hurran
    Writer:Steven Moffat

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  2. Sherlock Season 4 Episode 3 - The Final Problem
    8.2/10(31930 votes)

    S4:E3

    Holmes and Watson travel to Europe to escape Moriarty's vengeance.

    Director:Benjamin Caron
    Writers:Steven Moffat, Mark Gatiss

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  3. Sherlock Season 4 Episode 1 - The Six Thatchers
    7.6/10(28305 votes)

    S4:E1

    Why is someone destroying images of Margaret Thatcher? Is there a madman on the loose? Or is there a much darker purpose at work?

    Director:Rachel Talalay
    Writer:Mark Gatiss

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Season 4 Ratings Summary

"The Lying Detective" is the best rated episode of "Sherlock" season 4. It scored 9/10 based on 31454 votes. Directed by Nick Hurran and written by Steven Moffat, it aired on 1/8/2017. This episode is rated 0.8 points higher than the second-best, "The Final Problem".