Everything to know about the Sherlock Holmes-inspired period mystery, ‘The Final Problem’
Netflix’s book-to-screen adaptations collection is soon to welcome a Sherlock Holmes-inspired period mystery, The Final Problem. Therefore, if you miss playing armchair detective, it’s time to put the hat back on!
Adapted from Arturo Pérez-Reverte’s bestselling novel, the brand-new five-episode limited series joins the September lineup of literary adaptations, including The Perfect Lie and Dolly.
Produced by Fernando Bovaira for Mod Producciones, Félix Viscarret directs the series, with Urko Errazquin executive-producing and Alberto Macías, Carlos Molinero, and Marisol Farré adapting the screenplay.
As for the rest of the details? Here’s a comprehensive rundown of everything known so far about the upcoming period mystery thriller, The Final Problem.
What is the plot?
The Final Problem is a forthcoming book-to-screen adaptation set in 1959 spring, when 13 individuals find themselves trapped on a small island off the coast of Mallorca during a terrifying storm. While stuck at a secluded hotel on the island, the unthinkable happens: a quiet English tourist named Elisa Mander is found dead. Although it initially appears to be suicide, it is soon disclosed to be a case of a grisly murder.
The mystery thriller follows Basil, a veteran actor who once played Sherlock Holmes on the big screen, as he unexpectedly steps into the role of an investigator. As suspicion grows and panic spreads like wildfire, Basil pairs up with aspiring thriller writer Foxáto uncover the answers to every question.
Who is in the cast?
Netflix has cast The Snow Girl star José Coronado as Basil, María Valverde as Elisa Mander, Martiño Rivas as Foxá, and Maribel Verdú as Mrs Ausländer, the hotel manager. Meanwhile, Gonzalo de Castro, Cristina Kovani, José Condessa and Pepón Nieto appear in The Final Problem in yet-undisclosed roles.
Is there a trailer?
Indeed! Netflix recently dropped a gripping new trailer for The Final Problem, which you can check out below.
When does The Final Problem release on Netflix?
For those ready to mark their calendars, we have good news: the wait won’t be that long for The Final Problem, as the detective drama is scheduled to hit Netflix shelves on September 25th. Save the date before you actually forget!