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In “The Three Garridebs”, Louis Hector became the first actor to portray the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes on screen. This 1908 short film, directed by J. Stuart Blackton, presented a faithful adaptation of Arthur Conan Doyle’s story “The Adventure of the Three Garridebs”. Hector's portrayal set the stage for future cinematic interpretations of the renowned sleuth, paving the way for the character's enduring cinematic legacy.