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Sentient (2026)

Movie 105 min

Documentary

An investigation into laboratory research on animals exposes a hidden world in which it’s not just the animals getting hurt. The story of Dr. Lisa Jones Engel, a primatologist turned animal welfare advocate, asks whether harming animals and ourselves in science’s name is justified

Rachel Grierson-Johns Writer Tony Jones Director Tony Jones Writer

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Released
January 26, 2026
Runtime
105 min
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What is Sentient about?
An investigation into laboratory research on animals exposes a hidden world in which it’s not just the animals getting hurt. The story of Dr. Lisa Jones Engel, a primatologist turned animal welfare advocate, asks whether harming animals and ourselves in science’s name is justified
Who directed Sentient?
Sentient was directed by Tony Jones.
When was Sentient released?
Sentient is a 2026 documentary film.
Where can I watch Sentient?
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