Benedict Cumberbatch confirms there will be a ‘Sherlock’ season 4

Just Sherlock returns to production for a third season, news comes that a season 4 will happen as well.

Speaking with RadioTimes, star Benedict Cumberbatch revealed that he has already signed on for a fourth series of Sherlock:

Benedict Cumberbatch Martin Freeman Sherlock photo “We’ve agreed to two more series but I could get into trouble for saying that. All I know at the moment is I’m doing these three [episodes of the upcoming series] and another three.”

The star added that he would like to see the show continue beyond a fourth series but admitted it would depend on whether he, co-star Martin Freeman and co-creator Steven Moffat could find the time to do it.

“It just depends on Martin and I’s availability, how long we can keep it going. It depends on Steven’s ability. I’d love to keep it going.”

Moffat is also showrunner on Doctor Who, while both Cumberbatch and Freeman are rising Hollywood stars.

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