The movie Sheep Detectives was released on Mother’s Day weekend. Is it worth a watch? Why are people crying over it? Will YOU cry over it? Let’s find out. First off, the movie is directed by Kyle Balda, director of the Minions movies. Notably in the cast, there’s Hugh Jackman as George (the Farmer), Bryan Cranston as Sebastian (sheep), Nicholas Braun (local police detective), Nicholas Galitzine (Elliot), and Molly Gordon (Rebecca). 

So, the movie name kind of gives it away. Yes, the sheep are detectives. Basically, George has a farm with a bunch of sheep, and one day, he is found dead. The sheep then figure out that he was murdered. So, they set out to solve the mystery because the local police proved incompetent. 

You really have to go into the movie theater with an open mind. I will say, I saw so many ads for this movie in theaters, and each time it came up, my friend and I made fun of it. We said it was ridiculous. I mean, WHO is seeing a movie called “Sheep Detectives” with talking sheep and Hugh Jackman? Turns out, me. I saw it twice, actually (so far). I’ll say, I think if you like Paddington, or, for that matter, the Knives Out trilogy, you’ll like The Sheep Detectives. 

Will you cry? This depends on two things: how much you end up liking the movie, and how often you cry (in general) when watching movies. I rarely cry for any movie. I came very close to shedding a tear on this one, but my eyes were just sort of watery. Nonetheless, while it is an emotional movie, it’s also one of those kids’ movies that teach you to be a nice, good person. Think Paddington 2, Zootopia, etc, etc. (if you haven’t watched Paddington 2–get on that please.) Aside from all of that, the murder mystery itself is ACTUALLY good. I love murder mysteries, and I’ve watched a bunch. This one is really,very good. I mean, the twist is actually there.  

Without further ado, this movie receives a 4 and half star rating. It’s definitely worth a watch if you’re into stuff that can be unserious sometimes, and also love a good, meaningful film. Unlike my last review that included the hideous adaptation of Wuthering Heights, this one leaves me on a hopeful note. Perhaps all hope is not lost.