Season #: 3, 2, 1
Metascore
59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 4 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 4
  2. Negative: 1 out of 4
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  1. Reviewed by: Chris Barton
    Feb 1, 2018
    60
    Though Katic does her best, there are better shows involving an obsessed, morally compromised cop looking for answers. But if you need an atmospheric and propulsive binge-watch and don't linger on the details, Absentia will be there for you.
User Score
6.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 27 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 27
  2. Negative: 4 out of 27
  1. Dec 1, 2018
    6
    Stana Katic (of "Castle' fame) is great in the lead role. She also serves as executive producer. Unfortunately the series gets waterloggedStana Katic (of "Castle' fame) is great in the lead role. She also serves as executive producer. Unfortunately the series gets waterlogged along the way. Emily is captured and escapes several times. A lot of time is spent running through the woods. The show would have been more effective as a movie (or a limited series). Ten episodes is way too many for this story. "Absentia" has been renewed for a season two. Let's hope they iron out the issues by then. I'm willing to give the series a second look. Full Review »
  2. Feb 13, 2018
    9
    I watched all the episodes in a single weekend and really enjoyed it. I won't say anything about the story as it was fun going in with noI watched all the episodes in a single weekend and really enjoyed it. I won't say anything about the story as it was fun going in with no knowledge of what the show was about. The plot keeps moving quickly and has a pretty satisfying ending. It could very well stand on its own as a single season but I'm definitely looking forward to season 2 if there is one. Full Review »
  3. Jan 10, 2022
    10
    Stana Katic plays just fantastic, her heroine wants to experience the whole film.