Absent (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 2011, Absent is a thriller and drama film directed by Marco Berger, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Sebastiano teaches high school gym classes and coaches swimming. He’s got a job, a girlfriend, and a pretty normal life. But as young Martin starts to infiltrate Sebastiano’s life, his world will get turned upside down. Eerie from the first frame, this Hitchcockian thriller portrays sexual obsession with terrifying realism.
Who’s in it. Absent stars Carlos Echevarría as Sebastián, Javier De Pietro as Martín, Antonella Costa as Mariana and Alejandro Barbero as Juan Pablo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Absent 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 Absent page.
If you liked it. Fans of Absent tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Absent (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Absent change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Absent worth watching?
- Absent holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Absent?
- Absent stars Carlos Echevarría, Javier De Pietro, Antonella Costa, Alejandro Barbero and Rocío Pavón.
- When was Absent released?
- Absent was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.
