Watch the Trailer Robert Downey Jr. brings the legendary detective to life as he has never been portrayed before. Jude Law stars as Holmes' trusted colleague, Watson, a doctor and war veteran who is a formidable ally for Sherlock Holmes. Rachel McAdams stars as Irene Adler, the only woman ever to have bested Holmes and who has maintained a tempestuous relationship with the detective. Mark Strong stars as their mysterious new adversary, Blackwood. Kelly Reilly will play Watson's love interest, Mary. Production Status: In Production/Awaiting Release Genres: Action/Adventure, Thriller, Adaptation and Mystery Running Time: 2 hr. 9 min. Release Date: December 25th, 2009 (wide) MPAA Rating: PG-13 for thematic material including violence, disturbing images and a scene of suggestive material. Distributors: Warner Bros. Pictures Distribution Production Co.: Wigram Productions, Lin Pictures, Silver Pi