The Long Absence (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1961, The Long Absence is a drama film directed by Henri Colpi, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Therese, a café owner, mourns the mysterious disappearance of her husband sixteen years earlier. A tramp arrives in the town and she believes him to be her husband. But he is suffering from amnesia and she tries to bring back his memory of earlier times.
Who’s in it. The Long Absence stars Alida Valli as Thérèse Langlois, Georges Wilson as le clochard, Charles Blavette as Fernand, un client du café and Philippe de Chérisey as Marcel Langlois, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Long Absence 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 Long Absence page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Long Absence tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Long Absence (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Long Absence change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Long Absence worth watching?
- The Long Absence holds an audience score of 6.6 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 Long Absence?
- The Long Absence stars Alida Valli, Georges Wilson, Charles Blavette, Philippe de Chérisey and Jacques Harden.
- When was The Long Absence released?
- The Long Absence was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.