The Sex Files (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Series · ★ 5.7

Released in 1999, The Sex Files is a notable series.
What it’s about. The Sex Files is a television program appearing on Discovery Channel Canada and shown on CTVglobemedia around midnight hours, because of content. It talks about several issues of sexuality, from genetics, reproduction, sexual orientation, puberty, etc. It does contain nudity, which is why it is shown in the midnight hours, but the nudity is done from a scientific point-of-view showing exactly what the topic is visually, good for people who want information on sexuality and the biology behind it. In Europe the show was called Sex Sense and featured a male narrator. The number of episodes and their titles were the same but the episodes themselves were slightly different as the more explicit scenes were replaced. It aired on Discovery Channel Europe. Starting with episode 41, it is broadcast in high-definition.
Who’s in it. The Sex Files stars Joanne Bache as Joanne - Splosh Model, Bill Shipton as Self and Katharine Gates.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Sex Files has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sex Files page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sex Files (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sex Files change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sex Files worth watching?
- The Sex Files holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sex Files?
- The Sex Files stars Joanne Bache, Bill Shipton and Katharine Gates.
- When was The Sex Files released?
- The Sex Files was released in 1999.