Dr. John Watson — The Sign of Four Character Profile

About Dr. John Watson

Loyal army doctor and chronicler of Sherlock Holmes' adventures, serving as his trusted partner.

Dr. John Watson — Character Profile

Alignment

Hero

Species

Human

Abilities

Medical expertise, Military combat, Writing, Loyalty, First aid

• Strength: 8/10
• Intelligence: 7/10
• Charisma: 7/10
• Morality: 9/10
• Influence: 6/10

Character Facts

Played by

Edward Hardwicke

Appears in

The Sign of Four (1987)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (2)

• Dr. John Watson — alliance — Sherlock Holmes (Jeremy Brett)

  Longtime partners solving cases together across multiple episodes

• Dr. John Watson — romantic — Mary Morstan (Jenny Seagrove)

  Watson falls in love with Mary during the treasure investigation

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