Sherlock Holmes is a fictional detective created by Scottish author and physician Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Holmes is the main protagonist in 56 short storeys and four novels written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Sherlock Holmes has been named as the "most portrayed movie character" with 75 actors playing the role in over 211 films. Holmes is famous for his logical reasoning, his ability to take on almost any disguise and his use of forensic science skills to solve difficult cases.