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Absence

20251h 42mMovieDrama

After ten years in prison, Han Jiangyu returns to Hainan Island. Housing construction is booming, his childhood friend is now rich. Searching for traces of the familiar, Jiangyu meets his old love who now has a daughter.

DirectorWu Lang
WriterWu Lang
ProducersDun He·Qi Ai

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Cast · Directed by Wu Lang

LMLi Meng
Li Meng
Su Hong
LKLee Kang-sheng
Lee Kang-sheng
Han Jiangyu
RKRen Ke
Ren Ke
Chen Kai
LW
Liang Wanling
Yao Yao

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Absence — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Absence?

Absence isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Absence on Netflix?

No, Absence is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is Absence on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Absence isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Absence for free?

Absence isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Absence?

Absence hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around October 15, 2025. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.