Sensation (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2011, Sensation is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Tom Hall, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. Man-boy farmer Donal discovers that his father has suddenly passed away. Now on his own, Donal attempts to lose his virginity by hiring a prostitute to help him get out of his rut. And so he meets Kim, an aging Kiwi escort. After engaging in a strictly sexual encounter, their relationship soon progresses into a lusty romance, then to a business enterprise between two partners. Through these exploits, Donal and Kim provide each other with a sense of love and belonging that neither experienced beforehand.
Who’s in it. Sensation stars Domhnall Gleeson as Donal, Luanne Gordon as Kim, Kelly Campbell as Melanie and Owen Roe as Liam, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Sensation has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sensation page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sensation tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sensation (2011)?
- In US, Sensation is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Sensation worth watching?
- Sensation holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sensation?
- Sensation stars Domhnall Gleeson, Luanne Gordon, Kelly Campbell, Owen Roe and Patrick Ryan.
- When was Sensation released?
- Sensation was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.