Nicholas Braun said he felt starstruck while working with Hugh Jackman on the comedy-mystery film "The Sheep Detectives" [1].
The production marks a high-profile pairing of the two actors, blending Braun's comedic timing with Jackman's global star power for a unique genre project.
Braun shared his experience during appearances at CinemaCon 2026 [2] and on the set of Late Night with Seth Meyers [1]. He said collaborating with the veteran actor was an intimidating but exciting process. The film's promotion highlights the chemistry between the leads as they navigate a mystery centered on sheep.
Beyond the celebrity dynamics, Braun discussed the specifics of his role in the film. He noted the rarity of a U.S. actor being cast in a British role, suggesting a reversal of typical casting trends. "As an American getting to play a British part, it's pretty rare — those guys are taking our parts all the time," Braun said [3].
The project was presented to industry professionals at CinemaCon 2026 [2], where the film was described as a "left-field mystery" [2]. The event served as a primary platform to showcase the film's tone and the professional rapport between the two stars.
Braun's comments reflect the gap in experience between the two performers, though the promotional tour suggests a cohesive partnership. The film aims to leverage this dynamic to attract audiences to its unconventional plot.
“"As an American getting to play a British part, it's pretty rare — those guys are taking our parts all the time."”
The pairing of a niche comedic actor like Braun with a global icon like Jackman suggests a strategy to broaden the film's appeal across different demographics. By leaning into the 'starstruck' narrative and the novelty of American actors playing British roles, the studio is positioning 'The Sheep Detectives' as an eccentric, cross-Atlantic curiosity rather than a traditional mystery.
