While the highly anticipated 'Sherlock' Season 4 is still a long ways away, fans will be happy to learn that a Christmas special is reported to release relatively soon.

Benedict Cumberbatch fans are excited that a fourth installment of the hit TV series is set to be produced, by it seems like they will have to wait quite a bit before it comes out. One of the reasons for the long wait is the conflicting schedules of the show's actors. Martin Freeman and Cumberbatch are both busy filming their own respective films, which means that shooting for 'Sherlock' will probably start next year.

There is no chance for spoilers to be released for 'Sherlock' Season 4 as the concept and plot for the installment is still being finalized. However, a Christmas special is confirmed to air before the release of the fourth season.

While many speculate that the Season 4 could possibly air in 2016. Fans should look forward to what has already been confirmed, and that's the Christmas special. Hopefully that will be enough to satiate hungry 'Sherlock' fans.

A rumor concerning the casting for the show has emerged. Sources say that Tom Hiddleston will be joining the cast list for the next season. This could set up a series dynamic duo as Freeman's character is about to become a father. As it stands now, fans will wait until the Christmas special scheduled for 2015.