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The Obelisk

197730mMovieDramaTV Movie

A seaside resort in 1938. For Hilda, it seems as if romance almost died when she married school teacher Ernest. Only the movies can keep this spark alive. As she follows her pompous husband up the cliff walk to visit the obelisk, she…

DirectorGiles Foster
WriterPauline Macaulay
ProducerGraham Benson

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Cast · Directed by Giles Foster

RMRosemary Martin
Rosemary Martin
Hilda
PSPeter Sallis
Peter Sallis
Ernest
KDKeith Drinkel
Keith Drinkel
Stan
NENick Ellsworth
Nick Ellsworth
Tiny
MG
Mary Griffiths
Kiosk Attendent

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The Obelisk — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Obelisk?

The Obelisk isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Obelisk on Netflix?

No, The Obelisk is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is The Obelisk on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Obelisk isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Obelisk for free?

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

What is the OTT release date for The Obelisk?

The Obelisk hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around December 1, 1977. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.