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The Sheep Detectives: release date and where to watch

2026 film directed by Kyle Balda

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Quick answer

The Sheep Detectives is 1 hr 50 min long (110 minutes), rated PG.

The Sheep Detectives opened in U.S. theaters on Friday, May 8, 2026. A streaming or digital release date has not been announced yet.

U.S. release
May 8, 2026
Where
Theaters
Streaming / digital
Not announced
Runtime
110 min
Rating
PG
Based on a book? YesThe Sheep Detectives is based on Three Bags Full by Leonie Swann.See the book →

About The Sheep Detectives

The Sheep Detectives is a mystery comedy film directed by Kyle Balda, starring Hugh Jackman, Emma Thompson and Nicholas Braun. It opened in U.S. theaters on Friday, May 8, 2026.

  • Directed by: Kyle Balda
  • Cast: Hugh Jackman, Emma Thompson, Nicholas Braun, Nicholas Galitzine, Molly Gordon, Hong Chau
  • Distributor (per Wikidata): Amazon MGM Studios Distribution

How to watch The Sheep Detectives

The Sheep Detectives is a theatrical release, so it plays in movie theaters first. Studios announce digital purchase/rental and subscription streaming dates separately, and we add them here once they are confirmed.

Common questions

When does The Sheep Detectives come out?

The Sheep Detectives is listed for release in U.S. theaters on Friday, May 8, 2026.

Where can I watch The Sheep Detectives?

In movie theaters first. A streaming or digital release date has not been announced; studios set these separately, and we add them here when they're confirmed.

How long is The Sheep Detectives?

The listed runtime is 110 minutes (1 h 50 min).

What is The Sheep Detectives rated?

It is listed as rated PG.

Sources

  1. The Sheep Detectives on Wikidata
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  2. The Sheep Detectives on Wikipedia
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