Sherlock

True genius. This show gets you into the true nitty-gritty craziness of London without trying to portray a ‘perfect world’ view of the city. It’s dark, it’s dirty, full of one-way streets and endless commuters.

Stephanie Kiens, 28, west London

Does TV get London right?

We asked you to come up with those TV shows that best summarise your experiences of London – as well as a few that get it horribly wrong…

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Mary Poppins’ may be the most famously skewed cinematic take on the capital, but television has had a few shockers of its own when it comes to getting London right – as we found out when we asked for your examples. But among the ‘Hotel Babylons’ and the ‘Hustles’ lie a few shows that have absolutely nailed your experiences of the Big Smoke. And no, we don't mean ‘Big Brother’. Feast your eyes on this assortment of pinsharp interpretations and flabby misfires – then have your say below.
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