The Sheep Detectives(2026)
“A new breed of mystery.”
Overview
George Hardy is a shepherd who reads detective novels to his beloved sheep every night, assuming they can't possibly understand. But when a mysterious incident disrupts life on the farm, the sheep realize they must become the detectives. As they follow the clues and investigate human suspects, they prove that even sheep can be brilliant crime-solvers.
Director
Kyle Balda
Studio
Working Title Films
Budget
$75M
Revenue
$116M
Cast
Hugh Jackman
as George Hardy
Julia Louis-Dreyfus
as Lily (voice)
Emma Thompson
as Lydia Harbottle
Nicholas Braun
as Tim Derry
Chris O'Dowd
as Mopple (voice)
Bryan Cranston
as Sebastian (voice)
Nicholas Galitzine
as Elliot Matthews
Molly Gordon
as Rebecca Hampstead
Tosin Cole
as Caleb Merrow
Hong Chau
as Beth Pennock
Regina Hall
as Cloud (voice)
Patrick Stewart
as Sir Ritchfield (voice)
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2026
Runtime
1h 49m
Language
English
Rating
7.6 / 10
Budget
$75M
Box Office
$116M
Production Companies
Working Title Films • Lord Miller • Three Strange Angels
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Sheep Detectives?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Sheep Detectives (2026).
What is The Sheep Detectives about?▼
George Hardy is a shepherd who reads detective novels to his beloved sheep every night, assuming they can't possibly understand. But when a mysterious incident disrupts life on the farm, the sheep realize they must become the detectives. As they follow the clues and investigate human suspects, they prove that even sheep can be brilliant crime-solvers.
Who directed The Sheep Detectives?▼
The Sheep Detectives was directed by Kyle Balda and released in 2026. It is a comedy, family, mystery film.
How long is The Sheep Detectives?▼
The Sheep Detectives has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).
Who stars in The Sheep Detectives?▼
The cast of The Sheep Detectives includes Hugh Jackman as George Hardy, Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Lily (voice), Emma Thompson as Lydia Harbottle, Nicholas Braun as Tim Derry, Chris O'Dowd as Mopple (voice) and more.
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