The Sherlock Mystery: The Movies And Shows VS The Original Stories

The Character of Detective Lestrade, Then and Now

Detective Greg Lestrade is Doyle’s creation with a reluctant respect for Sherlock. Lestrade is often put in the position defending Sherlock from the other police officers who don’t like him. He is often frustrated by Sherlock’s cryptic deductions and evidence withholding but believes that Sherlock is indeed exceptional.

The character on the show, played by Rupert Graves, is very faithful to the original creation, as is the dynamic between him and Sherlock. Sherlock and Lestrade’s relationship improves over the series seasons and they have a distinct respect for the work the other man does, as well as gratitude for their uneasy quasi-partnership.