Overview
- The PG-rated family mystery is now in theaters, blending live action with voice performances as a flock of sheep tries to solve their shepherd’s death.
- Viewers and critics describe the film as unexpectedly moving, citing themes of grief, memory and belonging that go beyond a typical talking-animal comedy.
- Box-office trackers expect a modest U.S. opening of about $10 million to $15 million, which makes sustained turnout likely to depend on positive buzz.
- The ensemble includes Hugh Jackman, Emma Thompson and Nicholas Braun, with Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bryan Cranston, Patrick Stewart and others voicing the flock.
- Adapted by Craig Mazin from Leonie Swann’s novel and directed by Kyle Balda, the film took years to mount under producer Lindsay Doran with Phil Lord and Chris Miller later joining.