Sensation (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1936, Sensation is a drama and crime film directed by Brian Desmond Hurst, running about 66 minutes.
What it’s about. Pat Heaton may be the best crime reporter in town but his fiancée Claire, despairing of the more tawdry aspects of his profession, makes him promise to give the job up. When a pretty waitress is found murdered, however, Pat falls in line with the rest of the 'Murder Gang' the pack of reporters who gather to glean stories by fair means or foul!
Who’s in it. Sensation stars John Lodge as Pat Heston, Diana Churchill as Maisie Turnpit, Francis Lister as Richard Grainger and Joan Marion as Mrs. Grainger, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Sensation has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sensation page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sensation tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sensation (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sensation change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sensation worth watching?
- Sensation holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sensation?
- Sensation stars John Lodge, Diana Churchill, Francis Lister, Joan Marion and Margaret Vyner.