The Absence (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1993, The Absence is a drama film directed by Peter Handke, running about 112 minutes.
What it’s about. Four nameless people -- the old man, the woman, the soldier, and the gambler -- journey to a desolate wasteland beyond the limits of an unnamed city.
Who’s in it. The Absence stars Bruno Ganz as Player, Jeanne Moreau as Writer's Wife, Alex Descas as Soldier and Eustaquio Barjau as Writer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Absence has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Absence page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Absence tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Absence (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Absence change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Absence worth watching?
- The Absence holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Absence?
- The Absence stars Bruno Ganz, Jeanne Moreau, Alex Descas, Eustaquio Barjau and Sophie Semin.