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. Benedict Cumberbatch: The biography will tell his story so far, from the influence of his actor parents and his education at Harrow to his extraordinary success in the past few years. Including fascinating photographs that let us into the world of this great talent, including behind-the-scenes shots from his various television and film roles, this biography will explain the intriguing life of a man who has taken the world by storm.