Sense and Sensibility film adaptation set for October 2026 release

Focus Features and Working Title have released the final trailer and promotional materials for the new film adaptation of Jane Austen’s ‘Sense and Sensibility’. Directed by Georgia Oakley from a screenplay by Diana Reid, the film is scheduled for a theatrical release in the United States on October 16, 2026.

The production stars Daisy Edgar-Jones as Elinor Dashwood and Esmé Creed-Miles as Marianne Dashwood. The ensemble cast includes Caitríona Balfe, George MacKay, Frank Dillane, and Fiona Shaw. The story follows the Dashwood sisters as they navigate financial insecurity and romantic challenges following the death of their father.

In preparation for the release, the lead actresses participated in a promotional photo call in Sydney, Australia. The film is rated PG for thematic elements, partial nudity, and brief violence.