---
title: "The Absent"
year: 2005
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-absent-2005"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 133713
imdb_id: "tt0433817"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 88
community_rating: 6.1
vote_count: 18
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Absent (2005) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-absent-2005

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: The Absent (Spanish: Ausentes).
Year: 2005.
Genre: Drama, Thriller, Psychological thriller.
Director: Daniel Calparsoro.
Screenplay: Daniel Calparsoro, Ray Loriga, and Elio Quiroga.
Cast: Ariadna Gil, Jordi Mollà, Nacho Pérez, Omar Muñoz.
Runtime: 1h 28m.
Release Date: 09/16/2005 (ES).
Plot: Julia and Samuel move with their children to a residential area/neighborhood on the outskirts of the city. It is described as a seemingly idyllic place to live or a great place. Julia discovers that the urbanization is empty.
Tagline: Your worst nightmare hides in the light.
Sentence 1 (No spoilers): The Absent, also known by its Spanish title Ausentes, is

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Daniel Calparsoro

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ariadna Gil** as *Julia*
- **Jordi Mollà** as *Samuel*
- **Nacho Pérez** as *Félix*
- **Omar Muñoz** as *Luis*
- **Mar Sodupe** as *María*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Absent online?
The Absent is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Absent worth watching?
The Absent holds a community rating of 6.1/10 based on 18 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Thriller for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Absent and when was it released?
The Absent is a feature film with a runtime of 88 minutes. It was released in 2005. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Absent?
The Absent was directed by Daniel Calparsoro.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Absent — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/133713)
- [The Absent - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Absent)
- [The Absent (2005) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/133713-ausentes/cast)
- [The Absent (2005) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0433817/)
- [The Absent (2005) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-absent-2005/credits)

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