Ep 2. The Dying Detective

The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes is a television series that follows the investigations and adventures of the renowned private detective Sherlock Holmes. Season 1 episode 2 is titled The Dying Detective and revolves around a mysterious illness that befalls Sherlock.

The episode begins with Dr. John Watson receiving a mysterious message from Mrs. Hudson, urging him to come to 221b Baker Street immediately. When he arrives, Mrs. Hudson informs him that Sherlock has fallen gravely ill and requests that he be the one to attend to him. Upon entering Sherlock's room, Watson is shocked to find his friend in a state of delirium, barely able to speak or move. He is convinced that Sherlock is dying and immediately sets about trying to determine the cause of his illness.

Watson is unable to diagnose Sherlock's condition and so enlists the help of the renowned bacteriologist, Dr. Culverton Smith. Upon examining Sherlock, Smith is able to determine that he is suffering from a potentially deadly disease known as "Sumatran fever". However, it soon becomes clear to Watson that Smith may in fact be responsible for Sherlock's illness, and that he may not be acting in the detective's best interests.

As Watson tries to uncover the truth about Smith's involvement in Sherlock's illness, Sherlock himself appears to be slipping further and further away. He is barely able to speak or move, and seems to be experiencing intense hallucinations. Despite his own physical weakness, however, Sherlock is still able to use his incredible deductive skills to piece together the clues and determine what is really going on.

The Dying Detective is a tense and gripping episode that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. As always, Sherlock's quick wit and incredible intellect are on full display, and it is fascinating to watch him work even in the face of such enormous physical and mental challenges. The episode is also notable for its exploration of the complex relationships between the show's main characters, particularly the often fraught dynamic between Sherlock and Watson. Overall, The Dying Detective is a must-watch episode for fans of the series, and a great introduction for newcomers to the world of Sherlock Holmes.