“Sherlock Holmes” Trailer and Production Stills

The new trailer for Sherlock Holmes hit the internet yesterday and it made me even more excited for this movie than I already was (if that was even possible).  The film marks, what I believe, yet another example of Robert Downey Jr.’s triumphant return to the movie industry.  I think he’s going to be spectacular and I feel that, along with his roles in Iron Man and Tropic Thunder, he’s demonstrating an extraordinary amount of versatility.

In the movie (set in 1891), detective Sherlock Holmes (Downey Jr.) and his partner Dr. John Watson (Jude Law) must stop a huge conspiracy to destroy Britain.  Basic enough.  I know that Mark Strong will be portraying murderous cult leader, Lord Blackwood, and Rachel McAdams will take on the role of Irene Adler who is a femme fatale of sorts.

I know some people have been in a snit over the casting of Downey Jr. because Holmes is a British character but he did incredibly well in his portrayal of Charlie Chaplin in 1992’s Chaplin (he was even nominated for an Academy Award) and I really don’t see what the big deal is.  A lot of people have to put on fake accents for movies and this is no different.

Besides, when you look at these great production stills, you can’t help but think this is a great cast.  I’m really excited!

The film, directed by Guy Ritchie, hits theaters on December 25, 2009.  You can, however, check out this amazing looking trailer in the meantime.

images: Village Roadshow