Absolution (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2025, Absolution is a crime, drama and thriller film directed by James Dean, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. A Vietnam veteran's chance encounter with a brutal street gang sends him down a path of vengeance.
Who’s in it. Absolution stars John Mefford as The Old Man, Mariana Garcia Montes as Joey, Josh O'Marah as The Kid and Harry Kolmer as Two-Pump, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Absolution has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Absolution page.
If you liked it. Fans of Absolution tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Absolution (2025)?
- In US, Absolution is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Absolution worth watching?
- Absolution holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime, drama and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Absolution?
- Absolution stars John Mefford, Mariana Garcia Montes, Josh O'Marah, Harry Kolmer and Shaun Scott.
- When was Absolution released?
- Absolution was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.