Amazon MGM Studios has officially rescheduled the release date of Hugh Jackman’s upcoming comedy, now titled The Sheep Detectives. The film will debut on May 8, 2026, coinciding with Mother’s Day weekend. This change moves the movie from its original release date of November 13, 2026.
Upcoming Competition
The Sheep Detectives will enter a competitive release window. The preceding weekend features major films, including 20th Century Studios’ The Devil Wears Prada 2 and Warner Bros./Legendary’s Animal Friends, starring Ryan Reynolds and Jason Momoa.
Plot Overview
The Sheep Detectives follows the story of George Hardy, portrayed by Hugh Jackman. George is a devoted shepherd who raises his sheep primarily for their wool. He entertains them by reading murder mysteries aloud, enjoying the fantasy that they can comprehend the plots.
Murder Mystery Unfolds
When George is found dead under suspicious circumstances, his flock realizes they must intervene. Noticing the local cop, Tim Derry, played by Nicholas Braun, has never solved a serious case, the sheep decide to embark on their own investigation.
Cast and Crew
The film is directed by Kyle Balda and written by Craig Mazin. It features a stellar cast, including:
- Nicholas Galitzine
- Molly Gordon
- Julia Louis-Dreyfus
- Bryan Cranston
- Chris O’Dowd
- Regina Hall
- Patrick Stewart
- Hong Chau
- Emma Thompson
- Tosin Cole
- Kobna Holdbrook-Smith
- Conleth Hill
- Mandeep Dhillon
Production Details
The Sheep Detectives is produced by Lindsay Doran, Tim Bevan, and Eric Fellner. The production companies involved are Working Title Films and Three Strange Angels.
With its intriguing premise and noteworthy cast, The Sheep Detectives is set to be an entertaining addition to the summer box office lineup in 2026.
