Benedict Cumberbatch wants to play Sherlock Holmes till he's an old man

Actor Benedict Cumberbatch says he won't get tired of playing Sherlock Holmes in “Sherlock” as long as the quality is maintained.

The 38-year-old, who plays the titular role in the TV series, says while he has carved out a career in movies, he isn't ready to turn his back on the programme.

“If we can keep the quality up, I can't imagine that I will ever get tired of being Sherlock. I'd love to play him as an old man.

“I really, really love my job. I love sets. I love crews. I love theatres. I love audiences," Vogue magazine quoted Cumberbatch as saying.