Watson

Watson - CBS

CBS

Paramount+

Series

2025

TV14

Drama

Medical

A year after the death of his friend and Sherlock Holmes, Dr. John Watson resumes his medical career at a clinic dedicated to the treatment of rare diseases, but his old life is not over.

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Upcoming TV Airings

The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.

Sunday, April 12

Unsolved Mysteries New

Season 2 • Episode 17

Watson and Laila lie injured and awaiting rescue as the team races to find them.

Sunday, April 19

Sic Semper Tyrannis New

Season 2 • Episode 18

Dr. John Watson turns his attention from solving crimes to solving medical mysteries.

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