The Mulroneys’ approach was to elevate the stakes, moving the action from the foggy streets of London to a grand stage encompassing Paris, Germany, and Switzerland. Their script is noted for its intricate, fast-paced narrative and the witty, rapid-fire dialogue between the central duo. However, it also garnered criticism for prioritizing action and visual flair over a mystery the audience could solve themselves.
| | In the Original Script | In the Final Film | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Mycroft Holmes | Larger role; several scenes at the Diogenes Club. | Cut down to a cameo. | | The Gypsy Camp | A 10-page subplot involving a horse race. | Condensed to 4 minutes. | | Professor Moriarty’s Death | Ambiguous; Moriarty whispers a riddle as he falls. | A visual callback to Holmes’s disguise skills. | | The Final Scene (Watson writing) | Takes place in Baker Street, dark and mournful. | Takes place in Watson’s office, hopeful. | sherlock holmes a game of shadows script full
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