The Absent (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 2014, The Absent is a notable film directed by Nicolás Pereda, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. An old man lives alone in a shabby cabin in a remote mountainous area of Mexico. His house is set to be demolished in order to facilitate the redevelopment of the area. He doesn't know how to protect his house. Time goes by and one day a young man shows up on his doorstep. Looking exhausted, he starts his new routine here, cooking and doing laundry just like the old man.
Who’s in it. The Absent stars Gabino Rodríguez and Eduard Fernández.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Absent has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Absent page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Absent (2014)?
- In US, The Absent is available to rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Absent worth watching?
- The Absent holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Absent?
- The Absent stars Gabino Rodríguez and Eduard Fernández.
- When was The Absent released?
- The Absent was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.