Now in one glorious two-hour track!

Embark on a thrilling adventure with Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson in this gripping adaptation of The Hound of the Baskervilles. When whispers of a monstrous hound haunting the moors reach the great detective, Holmes sends Watson to the remote Baskerville estate to investigate a centuries-old curse that seems to have returned with deadly intent. Amid eerie landscapes and escalating danger, Watson uncovers chilling clues, shadowy figures, and a deepening mystery that threatens the life of Sir Henry Baskerville. Brimming with suspense, sharp deduction, and atmospheric intrigue, this audio drama captures the full scope of one of Holmes’ most iconic cases.

Adaptation, direction, and sound design by Craig Hart

Violin solo and string ensemble by NinaViolin

CAST

• RJ Bayley – Sherlock Holmes
• A.W. Miller – Dr. Watson
• Craig Hart – Sir Henry Baskerville
• Simon Alison – Dr. Mortimer
• Andy Harvey – Dr. Granger
• Chloë Elmore – Mrs. Hudson
• Jonathan Cooke – John Clayton
• Hunter Adkins – Guard
• Toby J Smith – Barrymore
• Taylor Shaye – Mrs. Barrymore
• Daniel Cross – Stapleton
• Kera O’Bryon – Beryl
• Stephanie Németh-Parker – Laura Lyons
• Jason Markiewitz – Inspector Lestrade
• Bethany Baldwin – Nurse

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In this episode of "Tea at 221B," host Craig Hart explores the world of audio dramas, focusing on their acclaimed Sherlock Holmes series. The guest, RJ Bayley, the voice actor for Sherlock Holmes, shares insights into his approach to portraying the iconic detective. RJ discusses the challenge of stepping into such a well-known role, drawing inspiration from past portrayals like Benedict Cumberbatch, Robert Downey Jr., and Jeremy Brett, while striving to bring a fresh, humanized take on Holmes. He highlights the importance of Craig Hart’s script in emphasizing the playful, brotherly dynamic between Holmes and Watson, and how his performance avoids caricature by adding nuanced emotional layers. The conversation also touches on RJ’s influences, such as Richard Burton’s narration in The War of the Worlds, and the creative decisions behind the series, including introducing a health concern for Holmes to add suspense and humanity. RJ shares details about his own podcast, Bayley’s Bookshelf, where he narrates public domain works like Dracula and 1984.

RJ Bayley is the voice of Sherlock Holmes in LRT Media's Sherlock Holmes audio drama. He is also a fantastic audiobook narrator, voice actor, podcaster, and writer.

Find his many endeavors at: https://linktr.ee/rjbayley

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RJBayleyVoiceArtist

Especially check out his incredible classics podcast, Bayley's Bookshelf, at: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/bayleys-bookshelf-great-audiob-1885141

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In the fourth and final installment of The Hound, the mystery comes to a head as terror leaps from the moor and the villain is unmasked!

The cast for Part 4 includes: RJ Bayley (Sherlock Holmes), A.W. Miller (Dr. Watson), Jason Markiewitz (Lestrade), Craig Hart (Sir Henry), Stephanie Németh-Parker (Laura Lyons), Kera O'Bryon (Beryl), and Bethany Baldwin (Nurse). String ensemble by NinaViolin.

REVIEWS for SHERLOCK HOLMES

"I love the voice actors!!!!" - Cozy_Rozy, Apple Podcast Listener

"Loved it, beginning to end. Can't wait for the next one. You will not be disappointed!" - Leonard, Audible Listener

"Listened to and read everything Arthur Conan Doyle over the years. This is quite good! Well done." - M, Audible Listener

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