The Sheep Detective (2026)

A witty and delightfully offbeat mystery with a mischievous streak, THE SHEEP DETECTIVES finds unexpected intrigue in the rhythms of everyday farm life, led by a charming performance from Hugh Jackman.

Life on the farm seems ordinary at first, until small details begin to stand out. At its centre is George (Jackman), a kind-hearted shepherd who reads detective novels aloud each night, never suspecting his flock is far more perceptive than he realises.

As events on the farm begin to unsettle the usual order, the sheep find themselves drawn into something they don’t fully understand, relying on instinct, observation and what they’ve picked up along the way.

As their curiosity grows, the world beyond the pasture begins to open up, bringing new encounters and unfamiliar dynamics.

What follows is an unfolding investigation shaped by instinct, misdirection and the challenge of making sense of a world far bigger than their own.

With its inventive spirit and lightly comic perspective, THE SHEEP DETECTIVES blends warmth, wit and a sense of wonder, finding delight in the everyday and celebrating the brilliance of the overlooked.

A playful, family-friendly adventure that proves even the most unlikely heroes can crack the case.

This film screening is part of the Alice Springs Town Council's Winter School Hol­i­day Program.