Sherlock Holmes: The Fiends of New York City

In 1901, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson encounter a peculiar American and a terrifying ghost, connected by a mysterious organizing power at the head of the underworld.

Format: CD-Audio
Publication date: 30 June 2022
Publisher: Big Finish Productions Ltd

Summer, 1901. The heat has been rising for days, and London swelters in anticipation of a long-expected storm. In Baker Street, Sherlock Holmes is visited by a peculiar American who arrives with a warning about a strange new kind of murderer. Meanwhile, in the West End, Dr John Watson is watching his wife, the actress Genevieve, prepare for her greatest role to date – only to be confronted by a terrible ghost from the past.

As these events unfold, a web of apparent coincidence emerges, drawing in other characters such as Colonel Sebastian Moran, Mycroft Holmes, a dangerously ambitious young politician, and the mysterious organizing power at the head of the underworld, the Seamstress of Peckham Rye.

The cast includes Nicholas Briggs as Sherlock Holmes, Richard Earl as Dr John Watson, Juliet Aubrey as The Seamstress, John Banks as Colonel Sebastian Moran/Inspector Lestrade, Timothy Bentinck as Mycroft Holmes, Lucy Briggs-Owen as Genevieve Dumont (Watson), Jemma Churchill as Molly Black, Tim Faulkner as Jacob Black, James Joyce as Inspector Silas Fisher, James MacCallum as Jasper Cranfield/Jackson, and Glen McCready as Doorman/Actor-Manager/Speaker of the House.

Other parts played by members of the cast add depth and complexity to the story.

As the plot unfolds, the characters are faced with a series of challenges and obstacles, testing their skills and courage. The Seamstress, a powerful and enigmatic figure, manipulates events to her advantage, while Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson must navigate a complex web of lies and deceit to uncover the truth behind the murders.

The film explores themes of love, loyalty, and redemption, as the characters struggle to overcome their past mistakes and find their place in the world. The Seamstress, in particular, is a fascinating and complex character, whose motivations and actions are shrouded in mystery.

Overall, "The Seamstress of Peckham Rye" is a thrilling and suspenseful film that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats. With its rich characters, intricate plot, and atmospheric setting, it is a must-watch for fans of Sherlock Holmes and crime drama alike.

Dimension: 142 x 125 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838687168