The CW's "Sherlock & Daughter" Appears to be Made for No One | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

"Sherlock & Daughter fails to provide a strong reason for its existence despite a promising premise of expanding Holmes' story through a character not fully developed."

"Amelia, despite a unique Indigenous backstory, lacks any substantial cultural representation, making her feel like a generic character rather than a multifaceted individual."

The CW's 'Sherlock & Daughter' features David Thewlis as Sherlock Holmes and Blu Hunt as his daughter, Amelia Rojas, set in 1880s London. While it presents familiar characters and themes, it lacks a strong narrative reason for its existence. Although Amelia's character receives some depth, her portrayal falls into the trope of the 'plucky heroine' without a unique cultural identity, which is disappointing given her Indigenous background. The show misses an opportunity to explore her heritage meaningfully, reducing her complexity and relatability.

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