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ENTERTAINMENT Film and Theatre Nigel Bruce

Nigel Bruce

Nigel Bruce's iconic portrayal of Dr. Watson shaped the character's image in early Sherlock Holmes adaptations

5 Nov 2025

How did Nigel Bruce's portrayal of Dr. Watson differ from the original literary character created by Arthur Conan Doyle?

Bruce portrayed Watson as a brilliant detective rivaling Holmes in intellect. Bruce's Watson was more affable and bumbling, whereas the literary Watson was competent and intelligent. Bruce's Watson was depicted as a villain opposing Sherlock Holmes.