IPhone 4, iOS 4.0.2, MOV file doesn't play

I have a QT file on a website (.MOV format) and it plays on my MacBook Pro in Safari (but not Google Chrome). However in Safari on the iPhone Quicktime Player does not appear to be able to play this file. I get an error message. This happens whether I use Safari or another browser (Alpha Lite) in the iPhone.
Any suggestions what could be causing this mishap?
Sincerely,
markerline

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