Storyline
Megan Carter is a reporter duped into running an untrue story on Michael Gallagher, a suspected racketeer. He has an alibi for the time his crime was allegedly committed—but it involves an innocent party. When he tells Carter the truth and the newspaper runs it, tragedy follows, forcing Carter to face up to the responsibilities of her job when she is confronted by Gallagher.
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Cast & Crew
Sally Field
Megan Carter
Paul Newman
Michael Colin Gallagher
Bob Balaban
Elliott Rosen
Melinda Dillon
Teresa Perrone
Luther Adler
Santos Malderone
Barry Primus
Robert Waddell
Josef Sommer
McAdam
John Harkins
Davidek
Don Hood
James A. Quinn
Wilford Brimley
James J. Wells
Arnie Ross
Eddie Frost
Barbara Keegan
News Staff
Frequently Asked Questions
Absence of Malice was released on November 19, 1981.
The runtime of Absence of Malice is 1h 56m.
Absence of Malice is a Drama, Romance movie.
Absence of Malice has a rating of 6.6 out of 10 on TMDB.
Absence of Malice is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Absence of Malice was directed by Sydney Pollack.
The main cast of Absence of Malice includes Sally Field, Paul Newman, Bob Balaban.
Absence of Malice is originally in English.