The 2020 Netflix film “Enola Holmes” presented fans with a new entry in the Sherlock Holmes universe, rotating the focus to his younger sister, Enola. Its success also led to a sequel, “Enola Holmes 2,” in 2022. Both features boast a fantastic ensemble cast, each bringing their characters to life with unique flair. Here’s a look at what the actors who played these iconic roles look like in real life and their ages.
Millie Bobby Brown as Enola Holmes
Millie Bobby Brown, born Feb. 19, 2004, in Marbella, Spain, rocketed into fame in her role as Eleven on “Stranger Things.” In “Enola Holmes,” she stars as the title character, Sherlock Holmes’s younger sister. When the first movie was released in 2020, Millie was 16, which is very much in line with her character’s age. She was 18 years old when the sequel was released in 2022.
Henry Cavill as Sherlock Holmes
Henry Cavill, born on May 5, 1983, in Jersey, Channel Islands, is Famous for playing the superhero Superman in the D.C. Extended Universe. In the “Enola Holmes” series, he embodies the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes. Henry was 37 when the first film was released in 2020. By the time the sequel hit theaters in 2022, he was 39.
Sam Claflin as Mycroft Holmes
Sam Claflin, born Jun. 27, 1986, in Ipswich, England, is known for starring in “The Hunger Games” franchise and “Me Before You.” In “Enola Holmes,” he plays Mycroft Holmes, Sherlock’s older brother. Sam was 34 when the first film came out in 2020.
Helena Bonham Carter as Eudoria Holmes
Born May 26, 1966, in London, England, Helena Bonham Carter has been praised for her variety of roles in films such as Fight Club and the Harry Potter series. In the Enola Holmes films, she plays Eudoria Holmes, the homemaker of the Holmes family. Helena was released a year after the first film came out in 2020 at the age of 54. By the time of the sequel in 2022, she had 56 years on her clock.
Louis Partridge as Lord Tewkesbury
Louis Partridge, born on June 3, 2003, in Wandsworth, London, is a fresh face on the film scene. He plays Viscount Tewkesbury, an ally and friend of Enola’s. Louis was 17 when the previous movie was released in 2020. In 2022, by the time the sequel arrived, he was 19.
Adeel Akhtar as Inspector Lestrade
Adeel Akhtar (born Sept. 18, 1980, in London, England) is known for his roles in Four Lions and The Big Sick. He also appears in the Enola Holmes series as Inspector Lestrade, a Scotland Yard detective. Adeel was 40 years old when the first film was released in 2020.
Fiona Shaw as Miss Harrison
Fiona Shaw, left, was born Jul. 10, 1958, in County Cork, Ireland. She is recognized for “Killing Eve” and the Harry Potter franchise. She also appears in “Enola Holmes” as Miss Harrison, the headmistress of a finishing school. Fiona was 62 when the first film came out in November 2020.
Frances de la Tour as The Dowager
Frances de la Tour, born July 30, 1944, in Bovingdon, England, is an accomplished stage and film actor. Her credits include “The History Boys” and “Harry Potter.” In “Enola Holmes,” she plays The Dowager, Tewkesbury’s grandmother. Frances was 76 when the first film was released in 2020.
Burn Gorman as Linthorn
Burn Gorman, born Sept. 1, 1974, in Hollywood, Calif., is known for roles on “Torchwood” and “Pacific Rim.” He appears in “Enola Holmes” as Linthorn, a henchman with a fearsome aura. When the first movie came out in 2020, Burn was 46 years old.
Susie Wokoma as Edith
Susie Wokoma (Dec. 31, 1987, London, England)was in “Chewing Gum” and “Crazyhead.” In “Enola Holmes,” she plays Edith, a jiu-jitsu instructor and suffragette. Susie would have been 32 when the first film was released in 2020.
The cast of the “Enola Holmes” films is also dynamic, with each actor bringing complexity and authenticity to their character. Their ages in real life indicate the wide range of talent that helped make the film work.
