A flock of sheep turns detective after their beloved shepherd George turns up dead, and you get to watch them crack the case on an outdoor screen in Dyker Beach Park. It's a brand-new 2026 family film shown free through NYC Parks' Movies Under the Stars, the kind of neighborhood screening where families spread out with blankets and dinner. If you have kids and want a no-ticket, no-planning night out, this is the easy one.
What to expect
Look for the screen set up by the playground near Bay 8th Street and Cropsey Avenue in Dyker Beach Park. Neighbors arrive with blankets, folding chairs and takeout, claim a spot and settle in as it gets dark; Parks reserves some chairs for seniors and people with disabilities.
Good to know
- Free and open to all — no tickets or registration
- Bring a blanket or low chair and your own food
- Seating is reserved for seniors and people with disabilities
- Subway stops are a long walk from this corner of the park, so a bus, bike or car is easier
- Best for families with kids; bring a layer, since it gets cool after sunset
- Outdoor screenings can be affected by weather — check NYC Parks' event page before heading out
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Common questions
What movie is showing?
The Sheep Detectives (2026), a family-friendly mystery in which a flock of sheep set out to solve the suspicious death of their shepherd, George.
Do I need a ticket?
No. Movies Under the Stars screenings are free; just show up and find a spot.
Where exactly is the screening?
In Dyker Beach Park by the playground near Bay 8th Street and Cropsey Avenue.
