Hollywood mystery-comedy The Sheep Detectives completed its first week at the global box office with a steady performance. Released on May 8, the family entertainer has managed to maintain consistent collections due to positive reviews and strong word-of-mouth among audiences.
According to reports by Box Office Mojo, the film’s worldwide collection has now crossed the $35 million mark by the end of Day 7. North America continues to remain the film’s strongest market, while international territories have also contributed stable numbers throughout the week.
Based on Leonie Swann’s bestselling novel Three Bags Full, the story revolves around a group of sheep trying to solve the mysterious murder of their shepherd.
The film has received positive responses from critics and audiences for its unique storyline, emotional depth and family-friendly humour. Many reviewers have especially praised the performances and the film’s visually engaging storytelling style.
Trade analysts believe The Sheep Detectives could continue its stable run over the coming weekends due to limited competition in the family entertainment genre. The movie’s steady weekday hold has also surprised industry trackers, who initially expected a much smaller theatrical response for the unusual mystery-comedy concept.