Magnificent Obsession (1954)
Magnificent Obsession is a 1954 drama movie directed by Douglas Sirk, with a running time of 1h 48m. It stars Jane Wyman, Rock Hudson and Barbara Rush.
Reckless playboy Bob Merrick crashes his speedboat, requiring emergency attention from the town’s only resuscitator while a local hero, Dr. Phillips, dies waiting for the life-saving device. Merrick then tries to right his wrongs with the doctor’s widow, Helen, falling in love with her in the process.
Quick answers
What is Magnificent Obsession about?
Reckless playboy Bob Merrick crashes his speedboat, requiring emergency attention from the town’s only resuscitator while a local hero, Dr. Phillips, dies waiting for the life-saving device. Merrick then tries to right his wrongs with the doctor’s widow, Helen, falling in love with her in the process.
When was Magnificent Obsession released?
Magnificent Obsession was released on 7 August 1954.
How long is Magnificent Obsession?
Magnificent Obsession runs 1h 48m.
Who made Magnificent Obsession?
Magnificent Obsession was directed by Douglas Sirk.
Where can I watch Magnificent Obsession?
Magnificent Obsession is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Magnificent Obsession
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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Cast
- Jane Wyman as Helen Phillips
- Rock Hudson as Bob Merrick
- Barbara Rush as Joyce Phillips
- Agnes Moorehead as Nancy Ashford
- Otto Kruger as Edward Randolph
- Gregg Palmer as Tom Masterson
- Paul Cavanagh as Dr. Henry Giraud
- Sara Shane as Valerie Daniels
- Richard H. Cutting as Dr. Derwin Dodge
- Judy Nugent as Judy
- Helen Kleeb as Mrs. Eden
- Rudolph Anders as Dr. Albert Fuss