Where to watch Absent Without Leave in Canada
Absent Without Leave isn't available to stream, rent or buy in Canada right now. Availability changes often, so check back soon. Availability checked 9 June 2026.
About Absent Without Leave
Absent Without Leave is a 1993 movie in the Romance, Drama and War genres, directed by John Laing, starring Craig McLachlan, Katrina Hobbs and Tony Barry. It has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.0/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Absent Without Leave in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Overview
In 1942 Wellington, Daisy Edwards, 16 and pregnant, relies totally on her just-wed husband, Ed, who is little older than she. Ed is suddenly drafted into the army and is to be sent overseas to battle while Daisy is sent to her father in Auckland. When Ed's leave is cancelled at the last minute he takes the dangerous decision to go absent without leave to be with Daisy on her journey home. As a deserter, Ed is hunted, captured and imprisoned. Life inside is bad enought without the worry of what is going on outside. The film is based upon a true story.
Top cast
Craig McLachlan
James Edwards
Katrina Hobbs
Daisy Edwards
Tony Barry
Peter
Judie Douglass
Ella
Ken Blackburn
C.O.
Tony Burton
Constable
Francis Bell
Paddy
Robyn Malcolm
Betty
David Copeland
Claude
Desmond Kelly
Daisy's Father
Rebecca Hobbs
Daisy's Sister
Joan Foster
Daisy's Stepmother
Mark Hadlow
Prison Corporal
Jed Brophy
Joe
Stephen Gledhill
Tearoom Man
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Absent Without Leave in Canada?+
Absent Without Leave is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.
Is Absent Without Leave on Netflix?+
Absent Without Leave is not on Netflix in Canada right now.
How long is Absent Without Leave?+
Absent Without Leave has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).
Who stars in Absent Without Leave?+
Absent Without Leave stars Craig McLachlan, Katrina Hobbs, Tony Barry, Judie Douglass and Ken Blackburn.
When did Absent Without Leave come out?+
Absent Without Leave is a 1993 movie directed by John Laing.
What genre is Absent Without Leave?+
Absent Without Leave is Romance, Drama and War film.
Who directed Absent Without Leave?+
Absent Without Leave was directed by John Laing.
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