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箱の中の羊

  • Drama
  • Science Fiction
Confirmed2026-05-294.8
#212 most anticipated178 fans waiting

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.

Sheep in the Box is a science fiction drama arriving May 29, 2026, exploring what it means to be family when an architect and construction company owner welcome a humanoid robot into their home as their son. Set in the near future, the film examines relationships, identity, and parenthood through a speculative lens.

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Theatrical release in United States

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In cinemas
2026-07-24

Limited theatrical in United States

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Trailer

Official US Trailer [Subtitled]

YouTube · 2026-06-23
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  • Confirmed24 days ago
    Sheep in the Box

    Neon has released the first trailer for Hirokazu Koreeda's AI family drama 'Sheep in the Box'. The film, which premiered at Cannes, opens in U.S. theaters on July 17, 2025. It follows a Japanese couple who welcome an AI-powered android recreation of their deceased son into their home.

    Date: 2025-07-17

    Hollywood Reporter
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  • Confirmedabout 1 month ago
    Sheep in the Box

    Japan Cuts 2026, the 19th edition of North America's largest Japanese film festival, has announced its full lineup. Kore-eda Hirokazu's 'Sheep in the Box' will serve as the closing film, and Ishikawa Kei's 'A Pale View of Hills' (an adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro's debut novel) will be the centerpiece

    Date: 2026-01-01 (year precision)

    Variety
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  • Newsabout 2 months ago
    Sheep in the Box

    Review of Kore-eda's sci-fi film 'Sheep in the Box' that critiques the film's narrative clarity.

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  • Newsabout 2 months ago
    Sheep in the Box

    Variety publishes a review of 'Sheep in the Box,' a sci-fi film by director Kore-eda about a 7-year-old AI humanoid. The article makes no claims about future releases or developments.

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  • Newsabout 2 months ago
    Sheep in the Box

    Review of 'Sheep In The Box', a film by Hirokazu Koreeda. No future release dates, renewals, cancellations, or casting announcements are discussed.

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  • Newsabout 2 months ago
    Sheep in the Box

    Article covers the premiere of 'Sheep in the Box' by Hirokazu Kore-eda at Cannes Film Festival and its reception. This is a recap of a past event (premiere) with no claims about future release dates or developments.

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Sheep in the Box — frequently asked

When does Sheep in the Box come out?

Sheep in the Box releases on May 29, 2026. This release date is confirmed.

What is Sheep in the Box about?

The film follows Otone Komoto, an architect, and her husband Kensuke, who runs a construction company, as they decide to bring a humanoid robot into their home to raise as their son.

What genre is Sheep in the Box?

Sheep in the Box is a science fiction drama that explores themes of family and identity in a near-future setting.

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