Monk Dawson (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 6.5

Released in 1998, Monk Dawson is a drama film directed by Tom Waller, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. Monk Dawson is a film that was released in 1998, directed and produced by Tom Waller and starring John Michie, Benedict Taylor, Rhona Mitra and Paula Hamilton. It was based on the novel of the same name written by Piers Paul Read. The film is about Eddie Dawson, a monk who has led a sheltered existence at a Benedictine monastery, but when he is expelled from his order he has to learn to deal with the harsh realities of everyday life, including falling in love, and the betrayal of a friend.
Who’s in it. Monk Dawson stars Benedict Taylor as Bobby Winterman, Michael Cashman as Prior of Pixhaven, Rhona Mitra as Mollie Joliff and Oliver Stone as Young Winterman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Monk Dawson has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Monk Dawson page.
If you liked it. Fans of Monk Dawson tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Monk Dawson (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Monk Dawson change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Monk Dawson worth watching?
- Monk Dawson holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Monk Dawson?
- Monk Dawson stars Benedict Taylor, Michael Cashman, Rhona Mitra, Oliver Stone and Toby Hadoke.
- When was Monk Dawson released?
- Monk Dawson was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.