A flock of inquisitive sheep in a rural Irish village discovers their shepherd murdered and embarks on a whimsical investigation, using their unique ovine logic to unravel human mysteries.
A flock of inquisitive sheep in a rural Irish village discovers their shepherd murdered and embarks on a whimsical investigation, using their unique ovine logic to unravel human mysteries.
On a hillside near the cosy Irish village of Glennkill, a flock of sheep gather around their beloved shepherd George, who lies murdered, his body pinned to the pasture with a spade. Fortunately, George has left behind an unusually intelligent group of sheep. Every night since they were lambs, he has read aloud to them - fairy tales, factual books about ovine diseases, even detective stories - in order to help them sleep. Faced with a real-life investigation, the flock spring into action. They ar...
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Sub-plots involving romantic relationships, including an extramarital relationship, throughout; no explicit scenes.
Murder scene with spade through body; sheep face threats and minor scuffles
Occasional mild profanity in human dialogue
Casual alcohol use and drunkenness mentioned; use and trafficking of illicit drugs present.
No LGBTQIA+ representation
Brief mentions of church and a priest character; satirical commentary on organized religion presented comically
No witchcraft or occult elements
None present
Light satire on village politics and human behavior from sheep's view
SPOILER AHEAD! Suicide theme central to main plot.
References to animal slaughter and rural farming hardships
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