Toby Jones Cast in Season Four of Sherlock

LONDON: Toby Jones (The Secret Agent, Marvellous, The Girl) has joined the cast of the next season of BBC One’s Sherlock, alongside Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman.

Jones has been cast as a villain in the fourth season, which is being produced by Hartswood Films. He will star in the second episode of the brand-new three-part season. Jones said of the role: “I’m excited and intrigued by the character I shall be playing in Sherlock…”

Co-creator, writer and executive producer Steven Moffat added: “Delighted to have Toby Jones on board, bringing to life one of Doyle’s finest villains.”

Co-creator, writer and executive producer Mark Gatiss commented: “We’re thrilled to welcome one of our finest actors to the Sherlock family. I know Toby will embrace the part with true relish!”

Sue Vertue, executive producer for Hartswood Films, said: “Great to have Nick Hurran back after his fabulous work in series three, and I’ve been wanting to work with Toby for ages, so this is a real treat.”