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Friday, May 8, 2026 In Theaters (Nationwide)
for thematic material, some violent content and brief language
The Sheep Detectives Plot: What's it about?
In this witty, new breed of mystery, George (Hugh Jackman) 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.
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The Sheep Detectives Crew and Production Team
A look at the The Sheep Detectives behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Kyle Balda previously directed Minions: The Rise of Gru, Despicable Me 3 and Minions. The film's writer Craig Mazin penned Free Birds, The Hangover Part III and Scary Movie 5.
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The Sheep Detectives Production and Filming
Key Facts
- Based on the 2005 novel Three Bags Full by Leonie Swann.
The Sheep Detectives Filming Timeline
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— The Sheep Detectives entered Completed status.
Awaiting release by the distributor; a release date may or may not be available.
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— The film entered Post-Production status.
Filming completed; footage being edited; music being composed and recorded; sound and visual effects being added.
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— The film entered Production status.
Principal photography began June 7, 2024.Finalizing production budget, filming the movie begins.
The Sheep Detectives Release Date: When was the film released?
The Sheep Detectives was released nationwide on . Eight other films are opening on the same date, including Mortal Kombat II , Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour and Remarkably Bright Creatures .
At home release details for The Sheep Detectives haven't been announced yet. Check back for updates on DVD, Blu-ray, Digital and VOD availability.
