Last week, we told you the BBC America was unhappy with the proposed CBS series Elementary. BBC America felt the new series was too close to the BBC reboot Sherlock.
Now it appears BBC America may sue CBS over the proposed series.
Sherlock executive producer Sue Vertue told The Independent that her team was actually approached by CBS to create a licensed U.S. version of Sherlock a while back, but they turned the U.S. network down. Not soon after, CBS announced Elementary was in development.
According to Vertue, the timing seems like more than just a coincidence.
“We understand that CBS are doing their own version of an updated Sherlock Holmes,” she said. “It’s interesting, as they approached us a while back about remaking our show. At the time, they made great assurances about their integrity, so we have to assume that their modernised Sherlock Holmes doesn’t resemble ours in any way, as that would be extremely worrying.”
If there is too much of a resemblance, Vertue noted every recourse could be taken—and hinted that could even mean a potential lawsuit against CBS.
“We are very proud of our show, and like any proud parent will protect the interest and wellbeing of our offspring,” she said.
Lejon from Chandler says
Wow. I called that one. But really, who didn’t see that coming?