Sheep in the Box (2026)
Japanese drama film directed by Hirokazu Koreeda
Rated PG in the US
Parental guidance suggested: some material may not be suitable for children.
- Runtime
- 2h 6m 126 min
- Released
- 31 July 2026
- Language
- Japanese
Runtime and rating from Wikidata. The Indian CBFC certificate is added if the film releases in India.
Sheep in the Box has a runtime of 2 hours 6 minutes (126 min). In the US it is rated PG. The Japanese film released on 31 July 2026. It is directed by Hirokazu Koreeda and stars Haruka Ayase, Daigo and Nana Seino.
Official trailer
Cast and crew
- Director
- Hirokazu Koreeda
- Cast
- Haruka Ayase, Daigo, Nana Seino, Kanichiro Sato, Hinata Hiiragi, Kayo Noro, Mari Hoshino, Ayumu Nakajima, Kimiko Yo, Min Tanaka
- Cinematography
- Ryūto Kondō
- Editing
- Hirokazu Koreeda
- Music
- Yūta Bandō
- Written by
- Hirokazu Koreeda
- Produced by
- Matsuzaki Kaoru
- Production
- Fuji Television, Toho
- Distribution
- Cirko Film, BiM Distribuzione
Box office, awards and more
- Box office
- $4.5 million
- Country
- Japan
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 31 July 2026
- First shown
- 16 May 2026 festival or first country
- On OTT
- Not announced yet. We add the platform and date once the makers confirm them.
Can children watch it?
Fine for most children, but parents may want to check it first. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of Sheep in the Box?
Sheep in the Box has a runtime of 2 hours 6 minutes, or 126 min.
When did Sheep in the Box release?
Sheep in the Box released on 31 July 2026.
Who directed Sheep in the Box?
Sheep in the Box is directed by Hirokazu Koreeda.
Who is in the cast of Sheep in the Box?
The cast of Sheep in the Box includes Haruka Ayase, Daigo, Nana Seino, Kanichiro Sato, Hinata Hiiragi and Kayo Noro.
How much did Sheep in the Box earn at the box office?
Sheep in the Box grossed $4.5 million.
What is Sheep in the Box rated in the US?
Sheep in the Box is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association.
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