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What’s Next for 'Watson' After [Spoiler]’s Surprise Casting as Moriarty?


Morris Chestnut teased to Us Weekly about how the surprise introduction of James Moriarty on the 'Watson' series premiere will continue to play out

Colin Bentley/CBSThe series premiere of CBS’ Watson featured a shocking casting for the role of antagonist James Moriarty — but how will the twist continue to play out? During a sneak peek of the series, which aired on Sunday, January 26, John Watson’s ( Morris Chestnut) acquaintance Shinwell Johnson ( Ritchie Coster) had a secret meeting with the infamous Moriarty, who was responsible for Sherlock Holmes’ death. JUAN PABLO RICO/AFP via Getty ImagesBased on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle ‘s Sherlock Holmes stories, Watson takes place six months after Moriarty kills the legendary detective.

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