While Sherlock and Enola Holmes 2 belong in distinct universes

From Benedict Cumberbatch’s ‘Sherlock’ to Henry Cavill’s ‘Enola Holmes 2’, THIS Running Gag Seems to Span Through All Holmes Universes

Over the years, some of the film industry’s most illustrious names have given
life to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes on the screen. From Ian
McKellen to Michael Cain, to Will Ferrell, many actors have embodied the iconic
character in films and TV shows. However, Benedict Cumberbatch and Henry Cavill
portrayed the most recent renditions of the famous detective in BBC’s Sherlock
and Enola Holmes 2 and its prequel, respectively. Interestingly, both narratives
take a few creative liberties and alter Doyle’s original story.



While Sherlock was a modern retelling of the popular Sherlock Holmes cases, the
Enola Holmes films are based on The Enola Holmes Mystery Series penned by author
Nancy Springer. While they are still set in the same era as Conan Doyle’s books,
the story has the youngest of the Holmes sibling, Enola, at the forefront.
Conversely, the books and the film relegate Sherlock to a supporting character.
Having said that, there is one common thread between the two universes and it is
hilarious.

ALSO READ: Ranking the Top 5 Actors Who Played the Detective Sherlock Holmes,
and Where Does Henry Cavill Stand?
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WHAT IS THE RUNNING GAG CONNECTING BBC’S SHERLOCK TO ENOLA HOLMES 2?

As Enola Holmes was the first film in Netflix’s detective franchise, it had to
set up a new world and the characters within it. Perhaps that is why the flick
could not explore every character arc sufficiently. However, with the
already-established universe in Enola Holmes 2, the filmmakers could flesh out
even the supporting narratives and roles. One big example of this was Henry
Cavill [https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/henry-cavill/]‘s Sherlock.



In the first film, Cavill barely had any screen time. Moreover, his role was
more of a plot device to further Enola’s narrative. However, in the sequel, the
creators could bring in more of Sherlock Holmes’ personality, including his
quirks and eccentricities. In fact, Cavill’s Sherlock even made a nod to
Cumberbatch’s rendition, by not remembering Inspector Lestrade’s first name. If
you remember, in the BBC TV series, actor Rupert Graves played the memorable
inspector. Well, clearly not-so-memorable for Cumberbatch’s Sherlock.

ALSO READ: Enola Holmes 2 (2022): Review- This Millie Bobby Brown and Henry
Cavill Starrer Excels in More Ways Than One
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The venerable detective addressed Lestrade with countless versions of his name.
From Graham to Giles to Gavin, Sherlock called him everything but his actual
name, Greg. In Enola Holmes 2
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-a-disheveled-drunk-henry-cavill-from-enola-holmes-2-is-winning-all-the-fan-hearts/],
Cavill’s Sherlock displays the same indifference towards this world’s Lestrade.
When the inspector asks if he could call the famous detective by his first name,
Sherlock gives him the silent treatment. In the same scene, the inspector
reveals his own first name to be Greydon and even drones on about its backstory.



It seemed like Lestrade’s feeble yet failed attempt to get Sherlock to remember
his name. Based on Cavill’s disinterest in the whole conversation, there was no
way the detective would ever correctly remember his name. Fun fact: This is a
direct reference to Sir Author Conan Doyle’s books. In the books, the inspector
is always mentioned as G. Lestrade and his first name was never disclosed.

What do you think of this delightful commonality between the two universes? Let
us know in the comments. In the meantime, you can watch Enola Holmes 2 streaming
[https://www.netflix.com/in/title/81406219] on Netflix.

 

 

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An avid cinephile, Natasha especially enjoys quirky dark comedies and gangster films. She can talk about films by Quentin Tarantino and Guy Ritchie for days and even aspires to make her own film someday. When not at work, she can be found at at outdoor music concert or a stand-up gig. Additionally, she’s a feminist, LGBTQIA ally and a strong mental health advocate.

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Over the years, some of the film industry&#8217;s most illustrious names have given life to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle&#8217;s Sherlock Holmes on the screen. From Ian McKellen to Michael Cain, to Will Ferrell, many actors have embodied the iconic character in films and TV shows. However, Benedict Cumberbatch and Henry Cavill portrayed the most recent renditions of the famous detective in BBC&#8217;s Sherlock and Enola Holmes 2 and its prequel, respectively. Interestingly, both narratives take a few creative liberties and alter Doyle&#8217;s original story.
<div class="flex-video widescreen youtube"><iframe loading="lazy" title="Enola Holmes: Sherlock Holmes Through The Ages | Netflix" width="1170" height="658" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/OZciVUOvNN8?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
While Sherlock was a modern retelling of the popular Sherlock Holmes cases, the Enola Holmes films are based on The Enola Holmes Mystery Series penned by author Nancy Springer. While they are still set in the same era as Conan Doyle&#8217;s books, the story has the youngest of the Holmes sibling, Enola, at the forefront. Conversely, the books and the film relegate Sherlock to a supporting character. Having said that, there is one common thread between the two universes and it is hilarious.
ALSO READ: <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-ranking-the-top-5-actors-who-played-the-detective-sherlock-holmes-and-where-does-henry-cavill-stand/" rel="bookmark">Ranking the Top 5 Actors Who Played the Detective Sherlock Holmes, and Where Does Henry Cavill Stand?</a>
<h2>What is the running gag connecting BBC&#8217;s Sherlock to Enola Holmes 2?</h2>
As Enola Holmes was the first film in Netflix&#8217;s detective franchise, it had to set up a new world and the characters within it. Perhaps that is why the flick could not explore every character arc sufficiently. However, with the already-established universe in Enola Holmes 2, the filmmakers could flesh out even the supporting narratives and roles. One big example of this was <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/tag/henry-cavill/">Henry Cavill</a>&#8216;s Sherlock.
<div class="flex-video widescreen youtube"><iframe loading="lazy" title="Is that why you&#039;re calling yourself Greg- Sherlock BBC." width="1170" height="658" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/bNcu3wjn3q0?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
In the first film, Cavill barely had any screen time. Moreover, his role was more of a plot device to further Enola&#8217;s narrative. However, in the sequel, the creators could bring in more of Sherlock Holmes&#8217; personality, including his quirks and eccentricities. In fact, Cavill&#8217;s Sherlock even made a nod to Cumberbatch&#8217;s rendition, by not remembering Inspector Lestrade&#8217;s first name. If you remember, in the BBC TV series, actor Rupert Graves played the memorable inspector. Well, clearly not-so-memorable for Cumberbatch&#8217;s Sherlock.
ALSO READ: <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-review-enola-holmes-2-review-millie-bobby-brown-and-henry-cavill-starrer-excels-in-more-ways-than-one/" rel="bookmark">Enola Holmes 2 (2022): Review- This Millie Bobby Brown and Henry Cavill Starrer Excels in More Ways Than One</a>
The venerable detective addressed Lestrade with countless versions of his name. From Graham to Giles to Gavin, Sherlock called him everything but his actual name, Greg. In <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-a-disheveled-drunk-henry-cavill-from-enola-holmes-2-is-winning-all-the-fan-hearts/">Enola Holmes 2</a>, Cavill&#8217;s Sherlock displays the same indifference towards this world&#8217;s Lestrade. When the inspector asks if he could call the famous detective by his first name, Sherlock gives him the silent treatment. In the same scene, the inspector reveals his own first name to be Greydon and even drones on about its backstory.
<div class="flex-video widescreen youtube"><iframe loading="lazy" title="Enola Holmes 2 | Official Trailer: Part 2 | Netflix" width="1170" height="658" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0DIftINqIjo?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
It seemed like Lestrade&#8217;s feeble yet failed attempt to get Sherlock to remember his name. Based on Cavill&#8217;s disinterest in the whole conversation, there was no way the detective would ever correctly remember his name. Fun fact: This is a direct reference to Sir Author Conan Doyle&#8217;s books. In the books, the inspector is always mentioned as G. Lestrade and his first name was never disclosed.
What do you think of this delightful commonality between the two universes? Let us know in the comments. In the meantime, you can watch Enola Holmes 2 <a href="https://www.netflix.com/in/title/81406219" target="_blank" rel="noopener">streaming</a> on Netflix.
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While Sherlock and Enola Holmes 2 belong in distinct universes, a running gag connects the Benedict Cumberbatch show and Henry Cavill's film.

Natasha is a writer at Netflix Junkie. Despite completing her Masters in Architecture from Hochschule Anhalt in Germany, she decided to follow her passion for storytelling. Apart from working as an architect in the past, Natasha currently also ghostwrites for various travel and lifestyle blogs like italyfoodies.com, mypureplants.com and more. Moreover, she has also been involved as a screenplay analyst with Outstanding Screenplays London. An avid cinephile, Natasha especially enjoys quirky dark comedies and gangster films. She can talk about films by Quentin Tarantino and Guy Ritchie for days and even aspires to make her own film someday. When not at work, she can be found at at outdoor music concert or a stand-up gig. Additionally, she’s a feminist, LGBTQIA ally and a strong mental health advocate.

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