yeah i have trouble remembering all the details in Sherlock, like past minor characters popping up and trying to remember who they are.

The original Sherlock Holmes wasnt an addict per say but he did do drugs. Coke, opium and other drugs legal at the time.

One problem I have with Sherlock is that Watson really doesnt do anything, ok this 3rd season he saves a guys life, but besides that he offers nothing other than a sherlock wrangler.

its not better its just flashier and squished into far less time. More beats per minute situation. The show is like a rip off of Lock Stock or snatch, which isnt a bad thing.