Sense and Sensibility

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Sense and Sensibility (2026)

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Sense and Sensibility (2026) with Daisy Edgar-Jones and Esmé Creed-Miles: plot summary, cast, US release date, runtime and where to watch the new Austen film.

Sense and Sensibility (2026): Plot Summary Without Spoilers

Two sisters with opposite temperaments sit at the centre of this new screen version of Jane Austen’s classic novel. Elinor Dashwood (Daisy Edgar-Jones) is measured and guarded and keeps her feelings to herself. Her younger sister Marianne (Esmé Creed-Miles) feels everything openly and intensely. Together with their mother (Caitríona Balfe) and youngest sister Margaret (Bodhi Rae Breathnach), they face a sudden change in circumstances that leaves them dependent on a rigid, class-conscious society.

That shift brings them into the orbit of several figures. Their half-brother John (Tom Brooke) and his wife Fanny (Stacy Martin) look after their own interests. The talkative Mrs. Jennings (Fiona Shaw) takes an interest in the girls. Three very different men complicate matters: the reserved Edward Ferrars (George MacKay), the steady Colonel Brandon (Herbert Nordrum) and the charismatic John Willoughby (Frank Dillane).

The film is set in 18th-century England. It follows courtship, social expectation and the limited options open to women of the era. Through all of it, the bond between the sisters is tested and strengthened. As the tagline puts it: “No one knows your heart like a sister.”

Sense and Sensibility — Mood illustration, not a still from the film
Mood illustration, not a still from the film

What Makes It Notable: Cast, Director and Context

  • Director: Georgia Oakley directs from a screenplay by Diana Reid.
  • Cast: Daisy Edgar-Jones and Esmé Creed-Miles lead as Elinor and Marianne. The supporting cast includes Caitríona Balfe, Fiona Shaw, George MacKay, Herbert Nordrum, Frank Dillane, Tom Brooke and Stacy Martin.
  • Production: The film is a UK–US production from Focus Features, Working Title, November Pictures and Kiddo Films.
  • Genre and themes: It is a period drama and romance. Its themes include sisterhood, gender roles, class society and social norms, with a clear thread of social commentary.
  • Runtime and language: The film runs 132 minutes and is in English.

Who Will Enjoy It

  • Fans of Jane Austen and classic literary adaptations
  • Viewers who enjoy period dramas with romance and social observation
  • Anyone drawn to stories about sisters and family loyalty
  • Followers of Daisy Edgar-Jones, Esmé Creed-Miles or George MacKay
  • Audiences interested in historical perspectives on gender roles and class

Release Date and Where to Watch

Sense and Sensibility had its world release on 23 September 2026.

In the United States, the rollout went as follows:

  • Premiere screenings: 7, 10 and 14 October 2026, with a further screening listed for 29 October
  • Limited release: 14 October 2026
  • Theatrical release: 16 October 2026
  • Rating: PG

The film is currently showing in US cinemas. No streaming platform has been announced for the US yet. Check back later for digital and streaming availability. An official trailer is available.

Trailer

Cast

  • Daisy Edgar-JonesDaisy Edgar-Jonesas Elinor DashwoodSee credits →
  • Esmé Creed-MilesEsmé Creed-Milesas Marianne DashwoodSee credits →
  • Bodhi Rae BreathnachBodhi Rae Breathnachas Margaret DashwoodSee credits →
  • Caitríona BalfeCaitríona Balfeas Mrs. Dashwood
  • Fiona ShawFiona Shawas Mrs. Jennings
  • George MacKayGeorge MacKayas Edward Ferrars
  • Herbert NordrumHerbert Nordrumas Colonel Brandon
  • Frank DillaneFrank Dillaneas John Willoughby

Photo: TMDB

FAQ

When is Sense and Sensibility (2026) released in the US?
It opened in US cinemas on 16 October 2026, following a limited release on 14 October and premiere screenings earlier that month. The world release date was 23 September 2026.
Where can I watch Sense and Sensibility (2026)?
In the US it is currently playing in cinemas. No streaming service has been announced yet.
Who is in the cast of Sense and Sensibility (2026)?
Daisy Edgar-Jones plays Elinor Dashwood and Esmé Creed-Miles plays Marianne. They are joined by Caitríona Balfe, Fiona Shaw, George MacKay, Herbert Nordrum, Frank Dillane, Tom Brooke, Stacy Martin and Bodhi Rae Breathnach.
How long is Sense and Sensibility (2026) and what is it rated?
The film runs 132 minutes and is rated PG in the US.
Who directed the new Sense and Sensibility?
Georgia Oakley directed the film, working from a screenplay by Diana Reid.

Sources

  1. TMDB
  2. IMDb

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