{"id":15736,"date":"2026-09-18T05:02:55","date_gmt":"2026-09-18T12:02:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/?p=15736"},"modified":"2026-09-18T12:12:58","modified_gmt":"2026-09-18T19:12:58","slug":"shaun-the-sheep-the-beast-of-mossy-bottom-if-youre-looking-for-a-hilarious-halloween-cartoon-this-should-be-at-the-top-of-your-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/2026\/shaun-the-sheep-the-beast-of-mossy-bottom-if-youre-looking-for-a-hilarious-halloween-cartoon-this-should-be-at-the-top-of-your-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom * If You\u2019re Looking For A Hilarious Halloween Cartoon, This Should Be At The Top Of Your List!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft  wp-image-15743\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/shaunthesheep.poster.png?resize=149%2C210&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"149\" height=\"210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/shaunthesheep.poster.png?resize=213%2C300&amp;ssl=1 213w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/shaunthesheep.poster.png?w=286&amp;ssl=1 286w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 149px) 100vw, 149px\" \/>Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom<\/em> sees the residents of Mossy Bottom Farm looking forward to Halloween \u2013 until the clumsy Farmer trashes the Flock\u2019s beloved pumpkin patch! When Shaun turns MAD SCIENTIST to fix the problem, things rapidly spiral out of control&#8230; With The Farmer missing and a wild beast roaming the woods of Mossingham, all the ingredients are in place for a monstrously fun family adventure. From Aardman, the Academy Award \u00ae -winning animation studio behind Wallace &amp; Gromit and Chicken Run, <em>Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom<\/em> continues its 50-year legacy of hand-crafted claymation with instantly lovable characters and hysterical down-home charm. In theatres on September 18, 2026.<\/p>\n<p>KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Raasti K. comments, \u201cIf you\u2019re looking for a hilarious Halloween cartoon, the new movie Shawn the Sheep \u2013 The Beast of Mossy Bottom, should definitely be considered! It\u2019s a sweet movie that your whole family can snuggle together with a bowl of popcorn and watch, share some laughs, and create unforgettable memories.\u201d See her full review and talent interviews below.<\/p>\n<p>Shaun the Sheep &#8211; The Beast of Mossy Bottom<br \/>\nBy Raasti K., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, Age 14<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/w2eGvq8q9FA?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15737 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/shaun-the-sheep-1024x587-1.jpg?resize=220%2C126&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"220\" height=\"126\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/shaun-the-sheep-1024x587-1.jpg?resize=300%2C172&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/shaun-the-sheep-1024x587-1.jpg?resize=768%2C440&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/shaun-the-sheep-1024x587-1.jpg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 220px) 100vw, 220px\" \/>If you\u2019re looking for a hilarious Halloween cartoon, the new movie <em>Shawn the Sheep <\/em>\u2013 <em>The Beast of Mossy Bottom<\/em>, should definitely be considered! It\u2019s a sweet movie that your whole family can snuggle together with a bowl of popcorn and watch, share some laughs, and create unforgettable memories.<\/p>\n<p>The storyline follows some clever sheep in a fictional town who are growing their own pumpkins for Halloween, until a hated vet\u2019s visit accidentally destroys them.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0PoGumcjxpU?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-15741 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Shaun-the-Sheep-The-Beast-of-Mossybottom-snail.jpg?resize=220%2C124&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"220\" height=\"124\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Shaun-the-Sheep-The-Beast-of-Mossybottom-snail.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Shaun-the-Sheep-The-Beast-of-Mossybottom-snail.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Shaun-the-Sheep-The-Beast-of-Mossybottom-snail.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 220px) 100vw, 220px\" \/>In an attempt to fix the mess, an especially smart sheep named Shaun decides to brew his own mixture to help the pumpkins grow quickly, which turns out to be extremely dangerous. However, the shy farmer accidentally takes it, hoping to grow his hair for a date with the vet. The potion turns him into a giant, hairy Bigfoot monster that is now on the loose, scaring the townsfolk and appearing to be a monster trying to terrorize the town.<\/p>\n<p>I love this movie since it is totally different from the ones I usually see, as it has no words. The stop-action style animation is eye-catching, and I especially love how the sheep\u2019s mouths jut out from the side of their heads, giving them a lopsided, cute smile. The farmer\u2019s dog is such a funny character because he is portrayed as a real human, doing things like raking leaves or drinking a mug of coffee. The music is also very catchy, especially the song that plays when Bigfoot climbs the hill. Another song that sticks with me is the harmony the sheep sang and played by the dock as a distraction for Shaun to sneak onto the boat.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UNxmxBdiLTA?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, the film serves as a powerful reminder to always stay cautious. It highlights how tempting situations can often hide hidden dangers and stresses the importance of paying attention to avoid making costlier mistakes down the road.<\/p>\n<p>I rate <em>Shaun the Sheep &#8211; The Beast of Mossy Bottom<\/em> 4.5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 8. It releases in theaters on September 18, 2026.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/riXcL4ISMp0?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom sees the residents of Mossy Bottom Farm looking forward to Halloween \u2013 until the clumsy Farmer trashes the Flock\u2019s beloved pumpkin patch! When Shaun turns MAD SCIENTIST to fix the problem, things rapidly spiral out of control&#8230; With The Farmer missing and a wild beast roaming the woods of Mossingham, all the ingredients are in place for a monstrously fun family adventure. From Aardman, the Academy Award \u00ae -winning animation studio behind Wallace &#038; Gromit and Chicken Run, Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom continues its 50-year legacy of hand-crafted claymation with instantly lovable characters and hysterical down-home charm. In theatres on September 18, 2026.<br \/>\nKIDS FIRST! Film Critic Raasti K. comments, \u201cIf you\u2019re looking for a hilarious Halloween cartoon, the new movie Shawn the Sheep \u2013 The Beast of Mossy Bottom, should definitely be considered! It\u2019s a sweet movie that your whole family can snuggle together with a bowl of popcorn and watch, share some laughs, and create unforgettable memories.\u201d <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2},"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[4949,15],"tags":[1259,637,39,10803,8100,816,10812,10811,10806,10808,10799,10798,10800,4780,8517,8589,10805,551,10807,8586,5165,10810,10801,9631,10802,10813,10796,10809,10804,8583,10797],"class_list":["post-15736","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-feature-film","category-feature-film-reviews","tag-aardman-animations","tag-bigfoot","tag-claymation","tag-dani-dyer","tag-family-film","tag-family-movie","tag-funny-kids-movies","tag-giant-monster","tag-giles-pilbrow","tag-halloween-movie","tag-john-sparkes","tag-justin-fletcher","tag-kate-harbour","tag-kids-cartoon","tag-kids-first","tag-mark-burton","tag-matthew-walker","tag-movie-review","tag-natalie-holt","tag-nick-park","tag-nina-sosanya","tag-no-dialogue","tag-paul-whitehouse","tag-pumpkin-patch","tag-roman-kemp","tag-september-2026-releases","tag-shaun-the-sheep","tag-silent-comedy","tag-steve-cox","tag-stop-motion","tag-the-beast-of-mossy-bottom"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/paS5I2-45O","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15736","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/13"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=15736"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15736\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":15744,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15736\/revisions\/15744"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=15736"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=15736"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=15736"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}