Absolution
1978, English. Directed by Anthony Page.
One man, two boys... one deadly game.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 51 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Anthony PageDirector
- Richard BurtonFather Goddard
- Dominic GuardBenjamin 'Benjie' Stanfield
- David BradleyArthur Dyson
- Billy ConnollyBlakey
- Andrew KeirHeadmaster
- Willoughby GrayBrigadier Walsh
- Preston LockwoodFather Hibbert
- James OttawayFather Matthews
- Brook WilliamsFather Clarence
- Robin SoansFather Henryson
- Trevor MartinMr. Gladstone
- Sharon DuceLouella
Details
- Released
- 5 June 1978
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Anthony Shaffer
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Absolution: quick answers
Is Absolution worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 51 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Absolution?
Absolution runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does Absolution have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Absolution. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Absolution suitable for kids?
Absolution is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Where can I watch Absolution?
Absolution is streaming on MGM Plus Amazon Channel.
What movies are like Absolution?
If you liked Absolution, try Triage, The Good Doctor, Cracks.
Who directed Absolution?
Absolution (1978) was directed by Anthony Page and stars Richard Burton, Dominic Guard, David Bradley.