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A witty and delightfully offbeat mystery with a mischievous streak, THE SHEEP DETECTIVES finds unexpected intrigue in the rhythms of everyday farm life, led by a charming performance from Hugh Jackman. Life on the farm seems ordinary at first, until small details begin to stand out. At its centre is George (Jackman), a kind-hearted shepherd who reads detective novels aloud each night, never suspecting his flock is far more perceptive than he realises. As events on the farm begin to unsettle the usual order, the sheep find themselves drawn into something they don’t fully understand, relying on instinct, observation and what they’ve picked up along the way. As their curiosity grows, the world beyond the pasture begins to open up, bringing new encounters and unfamiliar dynamics. What follows is an unfolding investigation shaped by instinct, misdirection and the challenge of making sense of a world far bigger than their own. With its inventive spirit and lightly comic perspective, THE SHEEP DETECTIVES blends warmth, wit and a sense of wonder, finding delight in the everyday and celebrating the brilliance of the overlooked. A playful, family-friendly adventure that proves even the most unlikely heroes can crack the case.

A witty and delightfully offbeat mystery with a mischievous streak, THE SHEEP DETECTIVES finds unexpected intrigue in the rhythms of everyday farm life, led by a charming performance from Hugh Jackman. Life on the farm seems ordinary at first, until small details begin to stand out. At its centre is George (Jackman), a kind-hearted shepherd who reads detective novels aloud each night, never suspecting his flock is far more perceptive than he realises. As events on the farm begin to unsettle the usual order, the sheep find themselves drawn into something they don’t fully understand, relying on instinct, observation and what they’ve picked up along the way. As their curiosity grows, the world beyond the pasture begins to open up, bringing new encounters and unfamiliar dynamics. What follows is an unfolding investigation shaped by instinct, misdirection and the challenge of making sense of a world far bigger than their own. With its inventive spirit and lightly comic perspective, THE SHEEP DETECTIVES blends warmth, wit and a sense of wonder, finding delight in the everyday and celebrating the brilliance of the overlooked. A playful, family-friendly adventure that proves even the most unlikely heroes can crack the case.

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Its sweet nature, gentle humor and irrepressible spirit make it an absolute winner when it comes to contemporary family-friendly features that touch audiences’ heads and hearts.

Fresh Fiction

The Sheep Detectives is the cutest, sweetest movie ever made about accepting death and confronting grief and trauma that’s probably ever been made.

IGN Movies

This charming whodunnit with an all-star cast mixes entertaining animal antics with heartfelt themes about loss and inclusion.

Common Sense Media

There’s a great deal of fun to be had following these ovine sleuths putting their investigative skills to work. Ewe’ll be hard pressed to find a more baa-rilliant murder mystery than The Sheep Detectives this year.

The Hollywood News

As one of the year’s most delightful surprises, The Sheep Detectives is a charming, smart, and sincerely heartfelt whodunit that proves even the smallest voices can carry the biggest stories.

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Movie Information


Release Date

Thursday, 7th May 2026

Duration

109 MIN

Language

English

Rating

PG

Director

Kyle Balda

Cast

Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Braun, Nicholas Galitzine, Molly Gordon, Hong Chau, Emma Thompson, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bryan Cranston, Chris O'Dowd, Regina Hall, Patrick Stewart, Bella Ramsey, Brett Goldstein, Rhys Darby

Genre

Mystery, Comedy

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Movie Information


Release Date

Thursday, 7th May 2026

Duration

109 MIN

Language

English

Rating

PG

Director

Kyle Balda

Cast

Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Braun, Nicholas Galitzine, Molly Gordon, Hong Chau, Emma Thompson, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bryan Cranston, Chris O'Dowd, Regina Hall, Patrick Stewart, Bella Ramsey, Brett Goldstein, Rhys Darby

Genre

Mystery, Comedy

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