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The Sheep Detectives (2026) Box Office: Worldwide, Domestic & International
The Sheep Detectives (2026) box office figures, including worldwide gross, domestic and international totals, opening weekend, budget, and profitability.
The Sheep Detectives is a mystery comedy film directed by Kyle Balda and written by Craig Mazin, based on Leonie Swann’s bestselling novel Three Bags Full. The film stars Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Braun, Nicholas Galitzine, Molly Gordon, Hong Chau, and Emma Thompson. Released by Amazon MGM Studios on May 8, 2026, the family-friendly mystery follows a flock of sheep attempting to solve the murder of their beloved shepherd.
The Sheep Detectives has crossed $100.9 million worldwide, powered by strong family audience support, a solid $56.1 million domestic run, and steady international performance.
Last Updated: June 4, 2026
Box Office Summary
| Market | Gross | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Worldwide | $100.9 million | 100% |
| Domestic (US & Canada) | $56.1 million | 55.6% |
| International | $44.8 million | 44.4% |
| Status | In Theaters | — |
The Sheep Detectives has successfully crossed the $100 million worldwide milestone and continues to perform steadily through its first month of release.
The Sheep Detectives (2026) Movie Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Movie | The Sheep Detectives |
| Release Year | 2026 |
| Genre | Comedy, Family, Mystery |
| Director | Kyle Balda |
| Cast | Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Braun, Nicholas Galitzine, Molly Gordon, Hong Chau, Emma Thompson |
| Distributor | Amazon MGM Studios |
| Production Company | Working Title Films, Three Strange Angels, Lord Miller Productions |
| Release Date (US) | May 8, 2026 |
| Runtime | 1 hr 49 min |
| MPAA Rating | PG |
| Country | United Kingdom / United States |
| Language | English |
| Running Status | In Theaters |
The Sheep Detectives Budget vs Box Office
| Metric | Amount |
|---|---|
| Production Budget | $75 million |
| Estimated Break-even | ~$150–190 million |
| Worldwide Total | $100.9 million |
| Break-even Progress | 53%–67% |
The Sheep Detectives Worldwide Box Office
The Sheep Detectives has earned $100.9 million worldwide through its first 26 days in theaters, becoming one of the strongest-performing original family films of 2026.
The Sheep Detectives Domestic Box Office
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Opening Weekend | $15.1 million |
| Domestic Total | $56.1 million |
| Opening Theaters | 3,457 |
| Widest Release | 3,554 |
| Current Theater Count | 2,810 |
| Domestic Multiplier | 3.72x |
Strong family audience word-of-mouth has helped the film generate an impressive domestic multiplier.
The Sheep Detectives Domestic Daily Box Office
| Day | Date | Gross | Running Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | May 8 | $4.0 million | $4.0 million |
| Day 2 | May 9 | $5.2 million | $9.2 million |
| Day 3 | May 10 | $5.9 million | $15.1 million |
| Day 7 | May 14 | $1.1 million | $20.3 million |
| Day 14 | May 21 | $938,785 | $34.5 million |
| Day 21 | May 28 | $746,754 | $49.9 million |
| Day 26 | June 2 | $908,785 | $56.1 million |
Total Domestic Box Office: $56.1 million
The Sheep Detectives Domestic Weekend Box Office
| Weekend | Dates | Domestic Gross | Change | Domestic Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opening Weekend | May 8–10 | $15.1 million | — | $15.1 million |
| 2nd Weekend | May 15–17 | $9.6 million | -37% | $29.9 million |
| 3rd Weekend | May 22–25* | $12.0 million | +25% | $46.8 million |
| 4th Weekend | May 29–31 | $4.7 million | -49% | $54.6 million |
Includes Memorial Day holiday frame.
The Sheep Detectives Domestic Weekly Box Office
| Week | Dates | Domestic Gross | Domestic Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | May 8–14 | $20.3 million | $20.3 million |
| Week 2 | May 15–21 | $14.2 million | $34.5 million |
| Week 3 | May 22–28 | $15.4 million | $49.9 million |
| Week 4 (Partial) | May 29–June 2 | $6.2 million | $56.1 million |
The Sheep Detectives International Box Office
| Rank | Country | Gross |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | United Kingdom | $11.2 million |
| 2 | Germany | $6.2 million |
| 3 | Australia | $4.7 million |
| 4 | Japan | $3.1 million |
| 5 | China | $2.4 million |
| 6 | Mexico | $1.7 million |
| 7 | Spain | $1.4 million |
| 8 | Netherlands | $1.0 million |
| 9 | Italy | $966,303 |
| 10 | United Arab Emirates | $892,944 |
Total International Box Office: $44.8 million
The United Kingdom and Germany have emerged as the film’s strongest overseas markets, while Australia and Japan have also delivered solid results.
The Sheep Detectives Regional Box Office Breakdown
| Region | Gross |
|---|---|
| North America | $56.1 million |
| Europe / Middle East / Africa | ~$26.4 million |
| Asia-Pacific | ~$10.2 million |
| Latin America | ~$2.9 million |
| China | $2.4 million |
International earnings are broadly spread across Europe and Asia-Pacific markets, helping the film reach the $100 million milestone worldwide.
The Sheep Detectives Box Office Comparison
| Film | Domestic Opening | Worldwide Total |
|---|---|---|
| Paddington in Peru | $13.0 million | $190M+ |
| The Sheep Detectives | $15.1 million | $100.9 million* |
| Peter Rabbit 2 | $10.1 million | $153 million |
Current total while still in theaters.
The Sheep Detectives Box Office Analysis
Domestic Performance
The film has displayed excellent theatrical legs, turning a modest $15.1 million opening weekend into $56.1 million domestically. Its 3.72x multiplier highlights strong family audience support and positive word-of-mouth.
International Performance
International markets have generated $44.8 million, accounting for 44.4% of worldwide revenue. The United Kingdom, Germany, Australia, Japan, and China have been the film’s strongest overseas territories.
Profitability Outlook
With $100.9 million worldwide against a $75 million production budget, the film still has work to do before reaching its estimated break-even range. However, strong domestic holds and family appeal continue to support its theatrical run.
The Sheep Detectives Box Office Verdict
Good Performer
- Domestic performance: Strong
- International performance: Solid
- Commercial verdict: Performing well but still below estimated break-even
The Sheep Detectives Box Office Milestones
| Milestone | Days Taken | Status |
| $10M Worldwide | Opening Weekend | Achieved |
| $25M Worldwide | Opening Weekend | Achieved |
| $50M Worldwide | 10 Days | Achieved |
| $100M Worldwide | 26 Days | Achieved |
| $150M Worldwide | In Progress | Not Yet |
FAQ
What is The Sheep Detectives (2026) worldwide box office?
→ $100.9 million
What is the domestic box office?
→ $56.1 million
What is the international box office?
→ $44.8 million
What was the opening weekend?
→ $15.1 million domestically
What is the production budget?
→ $75 million
Is The Sheep Detectives a hit or flop?
→ The film is performing well but has not yet reached its estimated theatrical break-even point.
The Sheep Detectives has quietly become one of 2026’s stronger original family releases, crossing the $100 million worldwide milestone while demonstrating excellent domestic staying power. The coming weeks will determine whether it can continue its steady march toward profitability.
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