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.
MovieMagicScore Overview
Auto-generatedThis 2026 family comedy-mystery from director Kyle Balda offers a charming twist on the detective genre. Shepherd George Hardy reads crime novels aloud to his flock each night, convinced they cannot understand a word, until a baffling incident on the farm prompts the sheep themselves to take up the investigation. Following clues and sizing up human suspects, the unlikely woolly sleuths set out to prove their cleverness. Lighthearted and whimsical, the film pairs gentle humor with a playful whodunit structure suited to all ages. Families and younger viewers who enjoy animal-led adventures and cozy mysteries will find it a delight. It currently holds a MovieMagicScore of 7.8/10.
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Trailer
Top Cast
Hugh Jackman
George Hardy
Nicholas Braun
Officer Tim Derry
Nicholas Galitzine
Elliot Matthews
Molly Gordon
Rebecca Hampstead
Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Lily (voice)
Bryan Cranston
Sebastian (voice)
Chris O'Dowd
Mopple (voice)
Regina Hall
Cloud (voice)
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Movie Info
Release Date
April 30, 2026
Runtime
1h 49m
Genres
Adventure, Comedy, Crime, Family, Mystery
Director