Conception (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 4.8

Conception poster

Released in 2011, Conception is a comedy and romance film directed by Josh Stolberg, running about 77 minutes. “It takes more than sex to make a baby” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Conception is a clever, romantic comedy that proves it takes more than sex to make a baby. From a couple fighting the odds of fertility to young teenagers losing their virginity, the film follows nine very different couples on the night they conceive, showing that sex can sometimes be more neurotic than erotic. The hilarious ensemble cast includes Emmy-winner Julie Bowen and Sarah Hyland (“Modern Family”), Connie Britton (“Friday Night Lights”), David Arquette (Never Been Kissed), Jason Mantzoukas (“The League”), and Alan Tudyk (Dodgeball).

Who’s in it. Conception stars Pamela Adlon as Tay, Sarah Hyland as Tracey, Alan Tudyk as Mark and Julie Bowen as Tiffany, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Conception has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home and Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Conception page.

If you liked it. Fans of Conception tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Conception (2011)?
In US, Conception is available to rent or buy from Fandango At Home and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Conception worth watching?
Conception holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Conception?
Conception stars Pamela Adlon, Sarah Hyland, Alan Tudyk, Julie Bowen and David Arquette.
When was Conception released?
Conception was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.