Sherlock: Steven Moffat says Louise Brealey’s talent made him break his own rules
Steven Moffat describes the actress who portrays Molly as ‘extraordinary’ and a ‘wonderful actress’“We went against our first decision which was ‘We will not add a regular that’s not from Doyle’. The first thing we did was add a regular character that’s not from Doyle! I think she’s fascinating because over time, certainly by the time you get to the second series, she wins every encounter with Sherlock. All the time, always. And by being honest and truthful with him.” – Steven Moffat
“It’s also about what she has, which is independence. She may be quiet, she may be retiring but she’s a strong woman at the same time. Just because she’s fallen for a couple of sociopaths doesn’t necessarily rule her out as a sane and courageous and strong woman.” – Mark Gatiss