The Sheep Detectives (2026)
English · Comedy / Family · 109 min
Released 8 May 2026
Page updated 27 Oct 2026
The Sheep Detectives is streaming in the UK on Prime Video.
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FilmyChill score
Audiences love it.
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What the audience says
The Sheep Detectives rates well above most English films.
Is it for you?
Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
- Skip if
- you want real stakes underneath the jokes
- Best for
- A weekend watch with the family
Good to know
| Watch with family? | PG · Yes — family friendly |
Director
Kyle Balda
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)
Story
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.
Where to watch in the UK
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Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is The Sheep Detectives worth watching?
FilmyChill Score: Must watch — Audiences love it. It rates 7.9/10 on audience ratings. 1h 49m of English comedy with family threaded through, fine for the whole family. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
Where can I watch The Sheep Detectives?
You can stream The Sheep Detectives in the UK on Prime Video.
When is The Sheep Detectives coming to streaming?
The Sheep Detectives is already streaming in the UK on Prime Video.
Is The Sheep Detectives family friendly?
The Sheep Detectives is rated PG, suitable for family viewing.
What language is The Sheep Detectives in?
The Sheep Detectives is an English film (Comedy / Family).
How long is The Sheep Detectives?
The Sheep Detectives runs 1h 49m (109 minutes).
Who is in the cast of The Sheep Detectives?
The Sheep Detectives stars Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Braun, Nicholas Galitzine and Molly Gordon, directed by Kyle Balda.
When did The Sheep Detectives come out?
The Sheep Detectives was released on 8 May 2026.
