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Enola Holmes 3

Enola Holmes 3 is a 2026 mystery film and the third entry in Netflix’s Enola Holmes film series.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Enola Holmes 3 is a 2026 mystery film directed by Philip Barantini and written by Jack Thorne. The third installment in Netflix's Enola Holmes film series, it stars Millie Bobby Brown as the titular detective. The film follows Enola to Malta, where a new case becomes entangled with the disappearance of her brother, Sherlock Holmes.

Premise

The film follows Enola Holmes as she travels to Malta for a case that intersects with her personal plans and the disappearance of her brother, Sherlock Holmes. Netflix's synopsis describes the story as an original adventure rather than an adaptation of a specific Nancy Springer novel.

Cast and characters

Millie Bobby Brown reprises her role as Enola Holmes. Louis Partridge, Himesh Patel, Sharon Duncan-Brewster, Henry Cavill, and Helena Bonham Carter also appear. The film continues the franchise's focus on the Holmes family and Enola's development as a detective.

Production

Philip Barantini directed the film, marking a change in directors from the first two entries, which were directed by Harry Bradbeer. Jack Thorne returned as screenwriter, and the project was produced for Netflix.

Release

Netflix released Enola Holmes 3 on July 1, 2026. The film premiered as a streaming release rather than a theatrical release.

Key facts

  • The film is the third entry in the Enola Holmes series and was released on Netflix on July 1, 2026.
  • Millie Bobby Brown returns as Enola Holmes, with Henry Cavill and Helena Bonham Carter reprising their roles.
  • Philip Barantini directed the film, the first in the series not directed by Harry Bradbeer.
  • The story is an original adventure set partly in Malta, rather than an adaptation of a Nancy Springer novel.
  • The plot involves Enola taking on a case that intersects with Sherlock Holmes's disappearance.
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Canadian context

Available in Canada through Netflix, the film is part of a globally distributed English-language franchise that has a large Canadian streaming audience.

Frequently asked questions

What is Enola Holmes 3?
It is a 2026 Netflix mystery film and the third installment in the Enola Holmes series.
When was Enola Holmes 3 released?
It was released on July 1, 2026.
Who stars in Enola Holmes 3?
The film stars Millie Bobby Brown, Louis Partridge, Himesh Patel, Sharon Duncan-Brewster, Henry Cavill, and Helena Bonham Carter.
Who directed Enola Holmes 3?
Philip Barantini directed the film.
Is Enola Holmes 3 based on a book?
No. It is described as an original story and not a direct adaptation of a Nancy Springer novel.
Where can it be watched?
It was released on Netflix.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enola_Holmes_3
    Supports: Basic film identification, release date, director, cast, and the note that the film is an original story.
  2. Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/81605886
    Supports: Official synopsis, Netflix distribution, and starring cast.
  3. Deadline — https://deadline.com/2026/04/enola-holmes-3-netflix-release-date-1236873308/
    Supports: Release date, director, cast, and production information.
  4. What's on Netflix — https://www.whats-on-netflix.com/news/enola-holmes-3-everything-we-know-04-2026/
    Supports: Official logline, release timing, runtime, and PG-13 rating claims.