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The Stretch

19731h 15mMovieDramaTV Movie

Everyone always looked after Maureen. But her husband comes home after two years in prison and finds she has grown up and he's not ready for the change.

DirectorPeter Dews
WriterJulia Jones
ProducerGraeme MacDonald

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Cast · Directed by Peter Dews

RARosalind Ayres
Rosalind Ayres
Maureen
AMAndrew McCulloch
Andrew McCulloch
Tom
JEJune Ellis
June Ellis
Mrs. Wood
SBSylvia Barter
Sylvia Barter
Welfare officer
BB
Bruce Bould
Prisoner
JCJohn Cater
John Cater
Norman
JP
Jane Powell
Lily
PS
Pam Scotcher
Joan
TW
Theresa Watson
Shopkeeper
JLJean Leppard
Jean Leppard
Customer
PS
Patsy Smart
Customer
SM
Susan Murphy
Customer

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The Stretch — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Stretch?

The Stretch isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is The Stretch on Netflix?

No, The Stretch is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026.

Is The Stretch on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Stretch isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Stretch for free?

The Stretch isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Stretch?

The Stretch hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around August 13, 1973. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.