Absentia US network to be announced in coming weeks; see international rollout
In a press release today, Sony confirmed that “in the coming weeks” you’ll get a chance to learn where the show is going to be airing in America. We’re sure that this is frustrating for those of you wanting to get to watch the show around the same time it’s airing in several other countries, but sometimes beggars can’t be choosers. The good news coming out of this is that you aren’t going to have to wait that much longer to know who will be broadcasting the Stana Katic – Patrick Heusinger series. When that happens, we have a feeling that the fine folks over at Showcase will also announce a premiere date in Canada — our feeling there is that the network is going to coordinate roughly around the same time that the show is airing stateside.
Take a look below at all of the confirmed international premiere dates for the series:
Spain 9/25/2017
Portugal 9/25/2017
Romania 9/25/2017
Hungary 9/26/2017
Poland 9/26/2017
Bulgaria 9/27/2017
Russia/CIS 10/2/2017
Adria 10/11/2017
Czech/Slovakia 10/11/2017
Bosnia/Herzegovina 10/11/2017
Croatia 10/11/2017
Macedonia 10/11/2017
Serbia 10/11/2017
Slovenia 10/11/2017
Latin America/Brazil November
As we’ve mentioned before, we’re going to hold off on some of our coverage until Absentia airs in North America — just know if you watch today that you’re going to be in for some pretty incredible entertainment. We have already seen the premiere and we have to say that the first episode is pretty amazing.
In a statement today, Marie Jacobsen, executive vice president of programming and production for Sony Pictures Television Networks, had the following to say:
“Absentia is a show whose narrative reaches beyond borders and whose characters are universally relatable … We are thrilled to have our AXN partners around the globe join us in the launch of this stellar franchise featuring an unrivaled international ensemble.”
Meanwhile, Andy Kaplan, president of Sony Pictures Television Networks, added the following:
“We couldn’t be more proud of Absentia, a show that underscores SPTN’s commitment to creating and distributing provocative and entertaining content that speaks to viewers both here and abroad. We are thrilled that Absentia has found a home on so many of our AXN channels and we look forward to working closely with all of our distribution partners to present this compelling and character-driven drama to fans worldwide.”
If you’ve been a reader at CarterMatt for some time, then you more than likely know the drill here — the moment that some more news on Absentia is announced, we’re going to have it for you! We’re going to remain your source for everything Absentia from reviews to previews and so much more.
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mig991
October 1, 2017 @ 2:43 am
I will ruin for you guys: It is a hot mess of bad acting and writing. I made it through five episodes, that was all I could take.
The show is set in Boston, yet every actor sounds like a foreigner faking a U.S. accent, especially the Boston PD detective. I can’t understand half of his dialogue. The lead actor, FBI agent, looks constipated and says all of his dialogue through what appears to be clenched teeth. He reminds me of Mark Ruffalo as David Banner in the Avengers movies.
Katic is fine but again her looks work against her no matter how much they try to “dirty her up”. There is no way someone that looks like her could “hide” from anyone, which is the basic premise of the show.
Not sure where a show like this fits with its dark themes, language and sexual situations. And like that serial killer show with Kevin Bacon a few years back, I have no idea how this show, with this plot, could continue beyond one season.
nikster
October 1, 2017 @ 3:14 pm
I agree with 2 things.
(1) It’s obvious they are not native English speakers. (I was willing to suspend disbelief).
(2) I too, don’t know how it’s possible they can go beyond 1 season based on conclusion of episode 5. Confusing there.
I don’t think it’s as bad as you say. I’ve seen worse.
And yes, she’s attractive but that doesn’t mean she cannot evade police. There are many examples of beautiful women being cunning, intelligent and successful and capable.
Of course I can pick apart the show as I can do with many shows – even successful ones. I don’t know why you would watch all episodes if you thought it was so horrible? ? usually I would not be able to get through first episode of a show that was as bad as you described it to be.
But, of course I respect your opinion. ?
Lisa
October 1, 2017 @ 3:29 pm
**Spoilers**
I actually enjoyed the first episode and thought “Ok, this may go somewhere”. Unfortunately it was the only episode I found even remotely plausible and well directed.
Episodes 2 through 5 got progressively worse. I won’t finish it. Too much to wade through at this point. The bleeding eye tree, the “bad” brother, the new wife being pregnant, all the bodies in the woods, etc. They just put too much out there for me to want to digest.
Manu1
October 2, 2017 @ 7:26 am
Some people prefer their serialised shows to be thought provoking and don’t give up the baddy in the first five minutes like a lot of COTW shows
Lisa
October 2, 2017 @ 10:26 am
I gave it five episodes and the 5th one was by far the worst.
It definitely was progressive though.
nikster
October 6, 2017 @ 3:04 pm
Sorry I should have said ‘American’. It’s obvious they’re not American speakers. My ears did perk up when I first heard the main characters speak but I didn’t have a problem understanding what they were saying, regardless.
Manu1
October 2, 2017 @ 7:26 am
In fact Alice, Emily’s Dad and Brother, the serial killer, Violet and Agent’s Crown and Ericsson are all British, Tommy is Israeli and her shrink is Mexican.
I’ve always assumed that this story will be completed by the end of Episode 10 so a season 2 would need something quite different, not sure about that, Fortitude was very compelling for its first season, but its second season was very disappointing.
Manu1
October 2, 2017 @ 7:53 am
In an answer in a Russian interview Patrick Heusinger said this,
How would you describe Nick’s character?
Nick is an FBI agent, and he is a deeply traumatized person. Six years ago, he lost his wife, and over the years he had to learn how to deal with it somehow, had to put himself together in pieces. But only the shell remained of it. He is an introvert and expresses his feelings a little differently than many other characters that we see on the screen. For example, he is rather reserved. He does not know how to express passion, like most people. He hides the pain deep inside.
Lisa
October 2, 2017 @ 10:25 am
Fair enough and thanks for the interview. My response would be if that is how the character was written/directed they have made a mistake. He had a young son (and new wife) to live for so him being happy or at least faking happy was imperative. If he couldn’t do that then the character is selfish and makes me dislike him even further.
His brooding would be fine if it was just him suffering alone.
nikster
September 27, 2017 @ 2:31 am
I won’t ruin it for you guys, BUT, it’s every bit a nuanced thought-provoking and tantalising ride! (Once it hits US of course).
Es absolutamente increíble :o)