# Where to watch The Absent One (2014) in the UK

> The Absent One (2014) is currently available to stream in the UK on Viaplay Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2014  
**Runtime:** 116 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.0/10  
**Genres:** Thriller  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T08:17:28.161Z)  

## Synopsis

Denmark, 2014. A former police officer asks Carl Mørck, head of Department Q, to find out who brutally killed his young twins in 1994. Although a local inhabitant confessed and was convicted of murder, Carl and his partner Assad soon realize that there is something in the case resolution that is terribly wrong.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Viaplay Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Absent%20One&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Absent%20One)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Absent%20One&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Absent%20One&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Absent%20One)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Absent%20One+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Absent%20One)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Absent%20One&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Absent%20One&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Absent%20One)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Absent%20One+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Absent One in the UK?**

The Absent One (2014) is currently included in subscriptions to Viaplay Amazon Channel in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent The Absent One?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Absent One?**

Yes. The Absent One can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is The Absent One on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Absent One is currently included with: Viaplay Amazon Channel.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/254201/the-absent-one-2014
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/gnXZXx5rDHfymhB7jCDdBjWgm2j.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/254201/the-absent-one-2014.json

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