Where to watch Absolution in Ireland
Absolution is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Ireland. Availability checked 24 May 2026.
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 Ireland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Overview
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.
Top 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
Brian Glover
the first policeman
Dan Meaden
the second policeman
Hilary Mason
Miss Froggatt
Hilda Fenemore
Mrs. Hoskins
Robert Addie
Cawley
Philip Leake
Gregory
Jon Plowman
Father Piers
Michael Crompton
O'Dowd
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Absolution in Ireland?+
In Ireland, you can stream Absolution on Amazon Prime Video.
Is Absolution on Netflix?+
Absolution is not on Netflix in Ireland right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video.
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.
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