Netflix Sequel Halted as Cast & Crew Struck by Food Poisoning in Malta
Filming for a highly anticipated Netflix sequel—widely reported as the next Enola Holmes—grounded to a sudden stop in Malta after a large portion of the cast and crew fell ill from food poisoning. Production sources describe scenes of chaos as individuals were quarantined and filming was suspended as health checks ramped up.
Much of the shoot was taking place under strict timelines, with multiple locations and sets in rotation. The onset of simultaneous illness created a logistical crisis: backup planning scrambled, actors pulled, and shooting schedules collapsed—heightening pressure to recover quickly before derailment .
The illness struck across departments—from lead actors (reportedly including Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill, Helena Bonham Carter, Louis Partridge, and Sharon Duncan-Brewster) to camera teams, wardrobe, catering, and support staff. Prominent names were reportedly sidelined—forcing alterations in shooting order as health staff tended to the sick.
Production insiders confirmed the illness wasn’t serious: affected individuals are recovering, and health protocols were implemented quickly. While filming remains paused, Netflix and the production team are rescheduling scenes, reassessing catering safety, and planning to resume “as soon as it’s safe and workable”.
The Enola Holmes films have a strong track record—already attracting over 76 million households with the first installment alone. Netflix is known for its ability to escalate resources to keep production moving, suggesting a swift recovery is possible if the team can avoid future setbacks.
The food poisoning outbreak on the Malta set serves as a stark reminder that even high-budget productions are vulnerable to everyday risks. With cast and crew recuperated and Netflix’s production muscle behind it, the sequel is likely to get back on track—though the pressure is on to recover lost time and ensure safety moving forward.
