Sense8 (2015)
Eight minds, one consciousness — a globe-spanning sci-fi drama about connection, identity, and the cost of being truly seen.
Sense8 - Series Information
- Original Title: Sense8
- First Air Year: 2015
- Last Air Year: 2018
- Created by: Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski et al.
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 24
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: June 5, 2015 (United States - TV-MA), June 5, 2015 (Canada - 18+), June 5, 2015 (United Kingdom - 18), June 5, 2015 (Germany - 16), June 5, 2015 (France - 16), June 5, 2015 (India - A), June 5, 2015 (New Zealand - 18), June 5, 2015 (Australia - MA 15+), June 5, 2015 (Brazil - 18), June 5, 2015 (Mexico - C)
- Networks: Netflix
- Production Companies: Anarchos Productions, Studio JMS, Georgeville Television, Unpronounceable Productions, Javelin Productions
- Production Countries: United Kingdom, United States of America, Germany, Iceland, South Korea, Mexico, Kenya, India
- Alternative Titles: Osmý smysl (CZ), Sense8: A Christmas Special (US), סנס 8 (IL), 센스 8 (KR), 超感8人组 (CN), Восьме чуття (UA), Восьмое чувство (RU)
Sense8 - Plot
One gunshot, one death, one moment out of time that irrevocably links eight minds in disparate parts of the world, putting them in each other's lives, each other's secrets, and in terrible danger. Ordinary people suddenly reborn as "Sensates."
Sense8 - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see the world of the Sensates come to life:
I am we.
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Sense8 - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Lana Wachowski
- Lilly Wachowski
- J. Michael Straczynski
Main Cast
- Miguel Ángel Silvestre
- Max Riemelt
- Jamie Clayton
- Bae Doona
- Brian J. Smith
- Tuppence Middleton
- Tina Desai
- Freema Agyeman
- Naveen Andrews
- Daryl Hannah
Writers
- Lana Wachowski
- J. Michael Straczynski
- Lilly Wachowski
- Alexander Hemon
- David Mitchell
Executive Producers
- Marc Rosen
- J. Michael Straczynski
- Cindy Holland
- Tara Duncan
- Peter Friedlander
Sense8 - FAQs
Why was Sense8 cancelled by Netflix?
Netflix cancelled Sense8 in June 2017 citing high production costs and relatively modest viewership. The show was among the most expensive series ever produced, filming simultaneously across eight countries. A passionate fan campaign prompted Netflix to greenlight a two-hour series finale special, which aired in June 2018.
Where can you stream Sense8 online?
Sense8 is available to stream exclusively on Netflix, including Netflix Standard with Ads. Both seasons and the 2018 series finale special are available on the platform. You can compare all regional viewing options on JustWatch to find the best plan available in your country.
Is Sense8 based on a true story?
No, Sense8 is an entirely original science fiction story created by Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski, and J. Michael Straczynski. While the series draws on real-world locations, cultures, and social issues — including LGBTQ+ identity and persecution — its central premise of psychically linked humans is wholly fictional.
Who are the main cast members of Sense8?
The ensemble cast includes Miguel Ángel Silvestre, Max Riemelt, Jamie Clayton, Bae Doona, Brian J. Smith, Tuppence Middleton, Tina Desai, Freema Agyeman, Naveen Andrews, and Daryl Hannah. Each lead actor portrays one of the eight psychically connected Sensates at the heart of the series.
How many seasons and episodes does Sense8 have?
Sense8 ran for two seasons, each containing 12 episodes, for a total of 24 episodes. Following its cancellation, a two-hour finale special was produced to wrap up the story. The series aired on Netflix from June 2015 through June 2018.
What is Sense8 about?
Sense8 follows eight strangers from different corners of the world who suddenly find themselves mentally and emotionally linked after a mysterious death. Dubbed Sensates, they can share thoughts, skills, and experiences. The series explores identity, empathy, sexuality, and survival as they face a shadowy organization hunting their kind.
Did Sense8 win any awards or critical recognition?
Sense8 earned strong praise for its inclusive representation and ambitious global production. It received a GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Drama Series and was nominated for multiple Saturn Awards. Critics celebrated its bold visual style, diverse cast, and emotionally resonant storytelling, even as opinions on pacing were mixed.
What is the content rating for Sense8?
Sense8 is rated TV-MA in the United States, indicating it is intended for mature audiences only. The series contains strong language, graphic violence, explicit sexual content, and adult themes including LGBTQ+ relationships and identity. Viewer discretion is strongly advised for younger or sensitive audiences.
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