The Sheep Detectives (2026)
Director: Kyle Balda Run Time: 109 min. Rating: PG Release Year: 2026
Starring: Emma Thompson, Hugh Jackman, Molly Gordon, Nicholas Braun, Nicholas Galitzine
Country: Ireland, United Kingdom, Germany, United States
Language: English
About the film:
George 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.
About the filmmaker:
Kyle Balda is an American animator and filmmaker known for his work on globally successful animated features. He has directed entries in the Despicable Me franchise, including Minions (2015), Despicable Me 3 (2017), and Minions: The Rise of Gru (2022), helping shape one of the most popular animated series of the past decade.
Known for his comedic timing and visual storytelling, Balda’s work blends broad humor with expressive animation, appealing to audiences of all ages.
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