The Black Sheep (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1960, The Black Sheep is a comedy and crime film directed by Helmut Ashley, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Father Brown starts solving crimes, much to the annoyance of his housekeeper, the police and especially his bishop, who is not amused by a priest playing detective.
Who’s in it. The Black Sheep stars Heinz Rühmann as Pater Brown, Karl Schönböck as Theaterdirektor Scarletti, Maria Sebaldt as Gloria Scarletti and Siegfried Lowitz as Flambeau, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Black Sheep has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Black Sheep page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Black Sheep tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Black Sheep (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Black Sheep change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Black Sheep worth watching?
- The Black Sheep holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Black Sheep?
- The Black Sheep stars Heinz Rühmann, Karl Schönböck, Maria Sebaldt, Siegfried Lowitz and Lina Carstens.