Sheep in the Box (2026): cast, story & where to watch
2026 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2026, Sheep in the Box is a drama and science fiction film directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda, running about 126 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in the near future, Otone Komoto works as an architect. She is married to Kensuke Komoto, who runs a construction company. The married couple decide to welcome a humanoid robot into their home as their son.
Who’s in it. Sheep in the Box stars Haruka Ayase as Otone Komoto, Daigo Yamamoto as Kensuke Komoto, Kuwaki Rimu as Kakeru and Nana Seino as Alice Kotaki, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Sheep in the Box has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sheep in the Box page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sheep in the Box tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sheep in the Box (2026)?
- In US, Sheep in the Box is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Sheep in the Box worth watching?
- Sheep in the Box holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sheep in the Box?
- Sheep in the Box stars Haruka Ayase, Daigo Yamamoto, Kuwaki Rimu, Nana Seino and Kanichiro.
- When was Sheep in the Box released?
- Sheep in the Box was released in 2026, with a runtime of about 126 minutes.