The Sheep Detectives
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Phoenix Theatres Village 14 + PTX
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- Trailer 2 (02:33)
- Trailer 1 (02:45)
Movie Info & Cast
Synopsis
Every night a shepherd reads aloud a murder mystery, pretending his sheep can understand. When he is found dead, the sheep realize at once that it was a murder and think they know everything about how to go about solving it.
Cast
- Bryan Cranston
- Hugh Jackman
- Nicholas Galitzine
- Emma Thompson
- Brett Goldstein
- Julia Louis-Dreyfus
- Regina Hall
- Molly Gordon
- Bella Ramsey
- Patrick Stewart
Moviegoers are saying
This heartwarming family film about sheep has struck a chord with audiences who consistently compare it to the beloved classic 'Babe', praising its clever storytelling that starts slow but builds to an emotionally satisfying payoff. While some viewers found it less funny than the trailers promised, most were charmed by the tender, clean entertainment that made them 'laugh, cry, and think' - with one viewer's wife even feeling 'maternal towards the winter lamb.'
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Letterboxd User Reviews
3.8
320.4K
62.6K
125.7K
- May 8, 2026
The sheep make rather excellent detectives, especially when they work together and remember to be polite. I think Mr. Curry would've worked very well with their team - his neighbourhood watch experience would've helped move the investigation along. I laughed a great deal,…
PaddingtonMay 2, 2026Grass Onion HA HA HA
AlucardMay 5, 2026One thing’s for sure you can never silence these lambs
starstruck - Apr 30, 2026
They might have been sheep but in my eyes they were the goats
FemMay 7, 2026The sheep movie has a more poignant reflection on death and memory than most of what comes out nowadays. The cut to the sky at the end got me real good.
Joe AMay 9, 2026I believe the butcher was calling men “vegetarian” homophobically.
hugeasmammoth - May 3, 2026
“george, that’s your name” you might as well just slap me across the face
SydApr 29, 2026if you asked me a week ago if i thought i’d burst into tears at the end of a movie called “the sheep detectives” i would have laughed in your face
Emma StefanskyMay 1, 2026idk, i still think its the maid
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Top Reviews
- nic is "meh" onThe Sheep Detectives
3/5 it was alright. probably wouldnt rewatch it, but it was really wholesome and elliots a baddie
Bigloy likedThe Sheep DetectivesReally fun film. The plot twist its kind of predictable, the acting IS good.
Krissy likedThe Sheep Detectives7/10 I enjoyed the whodunit aspect and even though the sheep are silly, it is a cute/fun aspect. I even cried a tiny bit.
- Jana lovedThe Sheep Detectives
It’s so Beautiful and funny but some scenes were really really sad and the plottwist was really good
Lady Loki likedThe Sheep Detectivescute for a kids whodunit
Sami-schwen lovedThe Sheep Detectives9/10
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Reviews
- JZJason Zetina Gutierrez
Great movie!!’
MMMargie MilletThis movie is charming and sweet and all the best ways.
MKMonzello KarenWonderful movie, very clean and no crudeness. Very tender!
- AGAlejandra Gravina
@Suspense like Agatha Christie novels !!!
AMAnn McCarthySo fun to watch. Some subtle jokes. Great family film.
MBMonika BrownGood movie for children.
- DBDaniel Beattie
Clever and cute. Well acted. The sheep were done well for live action, not over done. The change of perspective was well played.
HMHerman ManuelSimple yet excellent
LJLaura JaimeSuch a good watch! I went with my friend. it made us laugh, it made us cry, made us think and that I believe is the mark of a great film. definitely recommend.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Sheep Detectives (2026) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as PG (Parental Guidance Suggested). It's generally considered a family-friendly movie.
How long is The Sheep Detectives (2026)?
The movie is 1hr 48min long.
What's The Sheep Detectives (2026) about?
Every night a shepherd reads aloud a murder mystery, pretending his sheep can understand. When he is found dead, the sheep realize at once that it was a murder and think they know everything about how to go about solving it.
Who's the cast of The Sheep Detectives (2026)?
- Bryan Cranston as Sebastian
- Hugh Jackman as George Hardy
- Nicholas Galitzine as Elliot Matthews
- Emma Thompson
- Brett Goldstein
- Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Lily
- Regina Hall as Cloud
- Molly Gordon as Rebecca Hampstead
- Bella Ramsey
- Patrick Stewart as Sir Ritchfield
Who's the director behind The Sheep Detectives (2026)?
Kyle Balda directed The Sheep Detectives (2026).
Who produced The Sheep Detectives (2026)?
Tim Bevan, Lindsay Doran and Eric Fellner produced The Sheep Detectives (2026).
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