Absentia (TV) Cast
The cast of Absentia. Updated on September 1, 2025.
89 actors
Stana Katic
as Emily Byrne (30 episodes)

Stana Katic portrays the lead character of Emily Byrne in Absentia. Emily is an FBI agent who vanishes without a trace while hunting down a notorious serial killer. After being declared dead for six years, she reappears in a cabin, with no memory of what transpired during her disappearance. Determined to unravel the truth, Emily faces immense challenges as she tries to reclaim her life and reconnect with her family.

Patrick Heusinger
as Nick Durand (30 episodes)

Patrick Heusinger plays the role of Nick Durand in Absentia. Nick is Emily Byrne's husband who has been living in a state of ambiguity and grief since her disappearance. When Emily returns, Nick's life is turned upside down as he navigates the complexities of her reemergence, the consequences of her absence, and the strain it places on their relationship.

Matthew Le Nevez
as Cal Isaac (20 episodes)

Matthew Le Nevez portrays the character of Cal Isaac in Absentia. Cal is an FBI agent who forms a close bond with Emily during the investigation into her disappearance. Despite their shared trauma and connection, Cal becomes conflicted as his loyalty is tested between Emily and his duty as an agent.

Neil Jackson
as Jack Byrne (30 episodes)

Neil Jackson plays the role of Jack Byrne, Emily's brother, in Absentia. Jack has spent years grappling with guilt and the emotional weight of his sister's disappearance. As Emily's return forces him to confront his own demons, Jack becomes a crucial ally in her search for answers.

Natasha Little
as Julianne Gunnarsen (20 episodes)

Natasha Little portrays Julianne Gunnarsen in Absentia. Julianne is an FBI agent and Emily's close friend who never gave up hope on finding her. Over the years, Julianne tirelessly investigates Emily's case and becomes an integral part of the journey to uncover the truth.

Angel Bonnani
as Tommy Gibbs (10 episodes)

Angel Bonnani plays the character of Tommy Gibbs in Absentia. Tommy is an old friend and former colleague of Emily's before her disappearance. As Tommy reenters Emily's life, their complicated history and shared secrets add additional layers of mystery and tension to the story.

Christopher Colquhoun
as Derek Crown (30 episodes)

Christopher Colquhoun portrays the character of Derek Crown in Absentia. Derek is an ambitious detective who becomes involved in Emily's case. He is determined to uncover the truth behind her disappearance and goes to great lengths to solve the complex puzzle surrounding her return.

Patrick McAuley
as Flynn Durand (28 episodes)

Patrick McAuley plays the role of Flynn Durand in Absentia. Flynn is Emily and Nick's young son who was only a toddler when his mother disappeared. As Emily resurfaces, Flynn must navigate the challenges of having a missing mother suddenly return, making it difficult for him to trust and connect with her.

Ralph Ineson
as Adam Radford (10 episodes)
Paul Freeman
as Warren Byrne (30 episodes)
Cara Theobold
as Alice Durand (22 episodes)
Bruno Bichir
as Daniel Vega (10 episodes)
Hugh Quarshie
as Semo Oduwale (10 episodes)
Luke Cousins
as State Trooper (1 episode)
Nathan Cooper
as Kurian (1 episode)
Nick Cornwall
as Larry Novo (2 episodes)
Ruby Bentall
as Lolly (1 episode)
Mitchell Mullen
as Gregory Nash (1 episode)
David Coburn
as Jonathan Cooper (2 episodes)
Kok-Hwa Lie
as Dr. Shen (1 episode)
Alexandra Weaver
as Kelly Price (1 episode)
Richard Brake
as Conrad Harlow (6 episodes)
Chipo Chung
as Agent Whitman (7 episodes)
Paul Courtenay Hyu
as Erik Shen (2 episodes)
Amber Agar
as Ericsson (9 episodes)
Ricky Champ
as Charles Avallone (3 episodes)
Samantha Coughlan
as Maura Moran (2 episodes)
Luke Carroll
as Miles Deleon (1 episode)
Peter Caulfield
as Jessie (1 episode)
Penny Downie
as Valerie Chandris (3 episodes)
Francis Magee
as Lester Nowicki (3 episodes)
Georgi Manchev
as Georgi (1 episode)
Ifan Meredith
as Colin Spencer (1 episode)
Dar Dash
as Noah Scott (1 episode)
Celeste Dring
as Liza Tutee (1 episode)
Hanako Footman
as Petra Bishop (1 episode)
Joshua James
as Tyler Brandon Mills (6 episodes)
Tom Knight
as Jeffries (1 episode)
Meglena Karalambova
as Oksana Topal (1 episode)
Andrew Brooke
as Rex Wolfe (3 episodes)
Angel Bonanni
as Tommy Gibbs (7 episodes)
Vlado Kolev
as Sergei Derkach (2 episodes)
Roxy Sternberg
as Erica Lyle (5 episodes)
Mark Ebulue
as Grant (1 episode)
Dan Cade
as Jenkins (4 episodes)
Lydia Leonard
as Laurie Colson (10 episodes)
Laurel Lefkow
as Heather Mills (2 episodes)
Jose Palma
as Anton Jablonski (2 episodes)
Eric Halsey
as Mr. Rizzo (1 episode)
Noam Ash
as Instructor Hans (1 episode)
Kristiyan Iliev
as Nick's friend (1 episode)
Marinela Angelova
as Waitress (1 episode)
Bruce Whitfield
as BPD Uniform (1 episode)
Valentin Ganev
as Father Demotses (1 episode)
Rory Miller
as Kristophe's friend (1 episode)
Tadhg Murphy
as Kristophe (3 episodes)
Alexander Sano
as Gregor (2 episodes)
Max Kraus
as Police Officer (1 episode)
Daniel Kukushev
as Bellhop (1 episode)
Kaja Chan
as Kai Kusano (4 episodes)
Antony Tanev
as EMT (2 episodes)
Jonatan Cohran
as Neighbor (1 episode)
Bryan Turner
as Reporter (1 episode)
Josette Simon
as Rowena (1 episode)
Carsten Hayes
as Marcus (1 episode)
Velizar Sokolov
as Executive (1 episode)
Gregg Chillin
as Mubin (2 episodes)
Rona Morison
as Thompson (6 episodes)
Lee Boardman
as Holt Thompson (3 episodes)
Radoslav Ignatov
as Steward (2 episodes)
Tamar Weisert
as Sharon (1 episode)
Adam Hussain
as Rafiq (3 episodes)
Sonita Henry
as Michelle Saban (3 episodes)
Anna-Sara Kennedy
as Brigitte Kerlan (2 episodes)
Teodora Duhovnikova
as Nurse (6 episodes)
Oisín Stack
as Elliot Brandstetter (4 episodes)
Ross O'Hennessy
as Armstrong (4 episodes)
Sophia Vassili
as Kerlan Security (1 episode)
Nathan Wiley
as Légiste Mckeller (1 episode)
Mark Arnold
as Foster Webb (6 episodes)
Ralitsa Vassileva
as TV Newscaster (1 episode)
Harry Anichkin
as Lawyer (1 episode)
Tanya Moodie
as Diane Campbell (6 episodes)
Donald McNair
as Jimmy (1 episode)
Agni Scott
as Polly Canto (7 episodes)
François Coetzer
as Bodyguard (1 episode)
Geoff Bell
as Colin Dawkins (8 episodes)
Patrick Brennan
as Chauncey Mills (1 episode)
Borislava Stratieva
as Violet (7 episodes)
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