Benedict Cumberbatch is an award-winning actor with a bright future. His portrayal of Sherlock Holmes and his role as the main antagonist in Star Trek Into Darkness have made him one of the biggest names in acting at the moment. This biography tells of his intriguing life so far from the influence of his actor parents and his education at Harrow to the events that led to his extraordinary success. Fascinating photographs that let us into the world of this great talent include behind-the-scenes shots from his various television and film roles.

Author Biography

Nigel Goodall is one of Britain's leading celebrity biographers and the author of over 20 books on some of the biggest names in show business. He was nominated for the first-ever non-fiction writing award for his biography of Winona Ryder, and many of his books, including biographies of Johnny Depp, David Tennant and Kylie Minogue, have become bestsellers throughout the world.