Enola Holmes

When Enola Holmes wakes one morning to find her mother gone, the resourceful teen refuses to follow the path others expect of her. She leaves home to follow clues that take her through London's streets and drawing rooms, using disguises, cryptic ciphers and sharp observation to stay a step ahead of the detectives who want to return her to conformity. Along the way she crosses paths with her older brother Sherlock, whose fame complicates matters, and she becomes entangled in a case involving a young lord on the run. The film keeps its mysteries tight while letting Enola's curiosity and determination steer the story. It blends clever puzzles with brisk action and humor, while probing social expectations of the era.

Directed by Harry Bradbeer, Enola Holmes was adapted for the screen by Jack Thorne from Nancy Springer's novels, which riff on Arthur Conan Doyle's characters. The film premiered on Netflix in 2020, introducing a new take on the Holmes mythos.

Rather than chasing box office figures, the movie reached viewers primarily through Netflix's platform, with a high stream count reported by the service. Its audience reception there helped justify further investment in the property, leading to a sequel and worldwide interest.

Enola's mix of mystery and youthful defiance resonated with younger audiences, boosting Millie Bobby Brown's profile beyond previous roles. Costume and disguise scenes inspired social media fan art and fashion recreations, and the film sparked conversations about agency, gender roles and how classic characters can be reimagined for modern viewers.

Critics generally gave positive reviews, with the film holding a 7.24/10 audience average from thousands of votes. Reviewers often praised Millie Bobby Brown's energy and the chemistry with Henry Cavill, noting themes of independence, class tension and the limits placed on women in Victorian society, and polished period production values.