The Sessions Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

Last modified: Jan. 2, 2013

The Sessions

Release Date: Friday, October 19, 2012 Limited

Academy Award-nominee John Hawkes plays Mark O'Brien, a poet confined to an iron lung, determined to lose his virginity.

Director: Ben Lewin

Starring: John Hawkes • Helen Hunt • Moon Bloodgood • William H. Macy

R Drama N/A

2.5 / 5.0

28% WILL SEE 72% WON'T SEE

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: Based on the poignantly optimistic autobiographical writings of California–based journalist and poet Mark O’Brien, The Sessions tells the story of a man confined to an iron lung who is determined - at age 38 - to lose his virginity. With the help of his therapists and the guidance of his priest, he sets out to make his dream a reality.

Drama

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Who stars in The Sessions – Cast List

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John Hawkes
... Mark O'Brien

Everest, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
Helen Hunt
In Cold Light, Die in a Gunfight
Moon Bloodgood
... Vera

Faster, Detained
William H. Macy
Soul On Fire, The Running Man

Who is making The Sessions – Crew List

A look at The Sessions behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Ben Lewin last helmed Falling for Figaro and The Catcher Was A Spy. The film's writer Ben Lewin last penned Falling for Figaro.

Director: Ben Lewin
Screenwriter: Ben Lewin
Producer: Stephen Nemeth

Studios: Searchlight Pictures
Production Company: Rhino Films

Production – What we know about the The Sessions

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Apr 2011

Pre-Production

Changed The Sessions movie production status. Preparations are underway to start production.

Mar 2011

Development

Changed the movie production status to Development. The movie is likely in scripting, budgeting, or stuck in 'development hell.'

Dec 2004

Completed

Changed the movie production status to Completed. The movie is ready for release.

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Additional Information

Parent Rating: R Restricted for strong sexuality including graphic nudity and frank dialogue
Runtime: N/A
Tagline: Not available
Also known as: The Surrogate, Six Sessions
Language: English

The Sessions Trailers and Clips

The Sessions

Theatrical Trailer

The Sessions Release Date: When was the film released?

The Sessions was released in limited movie theaters on Friday, October 19 , 2012. There were 10 10 other movies released on the same date, including Alex Cross, Paranormal Activity 4 and The First Time. As a limited release, The Sessions was shown in select movie theaters in major markets.