Okay, so I finally got my hands on this 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray set of Sherlock Holmes, and wow—what a ride! First off, Robert Downey Jr. as Holmes? Absolute genius. Jude Law’s Watson is the perfect foil, and their chemistry is just *chef’s kiss*. The action scenes are slick, the humor is sharp, and the Victorian London setting? Gorgeous in 4K.
Now, about the discs: Amazon says it’s a three-disc set, but nope—it’s two. The DVD and digital copy share one disc (handy for loaning to non-Blu-ray friends), and the Blu-ray is standalone. No biggie, but heads up if you’re a stickler for details. The digital copy expires in a year, though—why do they even bother?
Bonus features are where this shines. The ‘Maximum Movie Mode’ is a game-changer: Guy Ritchie’s commentary PIP with behind-the-scenes tidbits makes rewatching feel fresh. The featurettes dive into everything from Downey’s accent prep to Holmes’ martial arts roots (yes, that’s canon!). Only gripe? Forced trailers you can’t skip—ugh.
If you love Holmes but think he’s all deerstalkers and pipe-smoking, this film (and set) will flip your script. Doyle purists might squirm, but it’s a thrilling reinvention. 5/5 stars—just wish the digital copy didn’t feel like an afterthought.