TMDb/The Sheep Detectives Movie Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Chris O'Dowd star in The Sheep Detectives, a playful family mystery hitting theaters May 8, exploring community and connection. May 8, 2026 AceShowbiz - The Sheep Detectives brings together Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Chris O'Dowd in a playful live-action family mystery that hits theaters on Friday, May 8. The film, inspired by a cherished book, also stars Regina Hall, Bryan Cranston, and Hugh Jackman. Speaking to Us Weekly, Louis-Dreyfus emphasized the timely themes the movie explores.