Sleepy Hollow‘s John Noble will play Sherlock Holmes’ father in the upcoming fourth season of CBS’ drama series, Elementary. Noble will be a series regular, joining the cast that includes Jonny Lee Miller, Lucy Liu, Aidan Quinn, and Jon Michael Hill.
“We could not be more delighted to have John Noble taking on such an important role,” said Robert Doherty, series creator/executive producer. “We’ve enjoyed his work for many years now – especially his tremendous run on Fringe – and cannot wait to see him opposite Jonny and Lucy. It’s going to be an exciting season.”
Here’s the official description of Noble’s character, courtesy of CBS: “John Noble will star as Sherlock Holmes’ wealthy, estranged father when he joins the cast of Elementary as a series regular in the fall. The character has been referenced in past seasons as being instrumental in Sherlock’s first stint in rehab three years ago and in pairing his son with Joan Watson, his former sober companion, now his current investigative partner and friend. In the Season Four premiere, Mr. Holmes arrives in New York City to deal with the aftermath of his son’s recent relapse.”
Noble’s other TV credits include The Good Wife, Forever, and 24.
