Elementary is currently streaming in Australia on Paramount Plus and Stan, and in the US on Amazon Prime Video and Hulu, and its case-by-case structure never gets in the way of the bigger story. Every one of its 7 seasons holds up. 1,854 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. Jonny Lee Miller anchors it, but the writing does the real work. Available now on Paramount Plus — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, Elementary earns its spot. At its heart, Elementary understands what makes crime drama work — character first, plot second. A modern-day drama about a crime-solving duo that cracks the NYPD's most impossible cases. Following his fall from grace in London and a stint in rehab, eccentric Sherlock escapes to Manhattan where his wealthy father forces him to live with his worst nightmare - a sober companion, Dr. Watson. The writing gets a boost from Jonny Lee Miller and Lucy Liu, who sell every scene they're in. It ran for 7 seasons (2012–2019), and the writing holds up across every one of them. What makes Elementary hold up is that the resolution matters less than how the characters get there. The consistency throughout is what elevates it — not every moment is the best, but none of them are a reason to stop watching.

Viewers who think they have seen every crime drama tend to find Elementary proves them wrong. Fans of Castle will recognise the sensibility here immediately. 7 seasons in, there is no shortage of material once you get started. Jonny Lee Miller anchors it, but the writing does the real work. If you are going to commit to one crime drama this month, make it this one.

Elementary wrapped up in 2019, created by Robert Doherty — and 7 seasons are available to watch from start to finish. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.