Movie

Absolution

“One man, two boys... one deadly game.”

★ 6.5(45)19781h 35m

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Good to know

Director: Anthony Page
Release date: 1978-06-05
Runtime: 1h 35m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Bulldog

About Absolution

Absolution is a 1978 movie in the Drama, Thriller and Mystery genres, directed by Anthony Page, starring Richard Burton, Dominic Guard and David Bradley. It has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 45 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Absolution in Denmark — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

At a Catholic boys' school, domineering disciplinarian Father Goddard rules over his pupils with an iron hand. When one of his teenage charges confesses to murder, the dogmatic but deeply repressed Goddard finds his faith challenged and his life spiralling dangerously out of control.

Cast

Richard Burton

Father Goddard

Dominic Guard

Benjamin 'Benjie' Stanfield

David Bradley

Arthur Dyson

Billy Connolly

Blakey

Andrew Keir

Headmaster

Willoughby Gray

Brigadier Walsh

Preston Lockwood

Father Hibbert

James Ottaway

Father Matthews

Brook Williams

Father Clarence

Robin Soans

Father Henryson

Trevor Martin

Mr. Gladstone

Sharon Duce

Louella

Themes & keywords

catholic schoolcatholic priestboys' schoolconfession booth

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Absolution in Denmark?+

Absolution is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Denmark. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Absolution on Netflix?+

Absolution is not on Netflix in Denmark right now.

How long is Absolution?+

Absolution has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

Who stars in Absolution?+

Absolution stars Richard Burton, Dominic Guard, David Bradley, Billy Connolly and Andrew Keir.

When did Absolution come out?+

Absolution is a 1978 movie directed by Anthony Page.

What genre is Absolution?+

Absolution is Drama, Thriller and Mystery film.

Who directed Absolution?+

Absolution was directed by Anthony Page.