The image shows Benedict Cumberbatch in character as the eponymous detective – however, in place of his partner John Watson (Martin Freeman) is an altogether furrier friend.
Fresh from receiving six Emmy nominations for its Christmas special The Abominable Bride, the BBC has released a first look image from the long-awaited upcoming series of Sherlock.
“They haven’t needed to do these jobs for a very long time; they’re coming back because they want to.
Toby Jones was recently announced as the first new cast member to join series four although it is unknown who he’ll be playing.