All You Need to Know About The New “Sense and Sensibility” Adaptation

Here's everything you need to know about the new adaptation of "Sense and Sensibility" starring Daisy Edgar-Jones.

Words: Syameen Salehaldin
Published: 6 July 2026
Reading time: 2 min

“To wish was to hope, and to hope was to expect”

Jane Austen’s universe is coming back to screens this year with a new adaptation of Sense and Sensibility. Although the book has graced our screens before—the 1995 Oscar-winning film from Ang Lee—there’s a particular thrill in seeing how director Georgia Oakley, known for her BAFTA-nominated debut Blue Jean, will make the story her own. Based on the trailer, it looks like Oakley has taken a faithful route by leaning into the book’s yearning and devastation.

Here’s everything you need to know about the new adaptation of “Sense and Sensibility”:

What is it about?

Based on Jane Austen’s classic book of the same title, the film will follow the Dashwood sisters, namely Elinor Dashwood, as they navigate poverty, heartbreak and societal pressures after their father’s death. Set against the world of Georgian England, Elinor begins vying for the attention of various suitors. She ultimately falls passionately in love with Edward Ferrars, as her life plays out as an elegant negotiation between sense and sensibility.

Is the trailer out yet?

Yes, and it has stolen touches, longing glances and burning passion.

Who is in the cast?

Daisy Edgar-Jones will be playing Elinor Dashwood, the main female character. While George Mackay will be taking the role of Edward Ferrars. Other cast members include Esmé Creed-Miles as Marianne Dashwood, Caitríona Balfe as Mrs Dashwood, Bodhi Rae Breathnach as Margaret Dashwood, Herbert Nordrum as Colonel Brandon, Frank Dillane as John Willoughby, and Fiona Shaw as Mrs Jennings.