Magnificent Obsession
“This was the moment unashamed... when this man and this woman felt the first ecstasy of their Magnificent Obsession”
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.
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Where is Magnificent Obsession streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel | — |
| Germany | MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel | — |
| France | MUBI, Molotov TV, MUBI Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Canal VOD, Orange VOD |
| Brazil | Looke, MUBI, Belas Artes à La Carte, MUBI Amazon Channel | — |
About Magnificent Obsession
Magnificent Obsession is a 1954 English-language drama and romance film directed by Douglas Sirk. The cast is led by Jane Wyman, Rock Hudson, Barbara Rush. It has a runtime of 1h 48m. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Magnificent Obsession was produced by Universal Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on August 7, 1954, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Douglas Sirk
- Writers
- Robert Blees
- Release date
- August 7, 1954
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Universal Pictures
Magnificent Obsession cast & crew
Magnificent Obsession was directed by Douglas Sirk and written by Robert Blees.
The cast features 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, and Gregg Palmer as Tom Masterson.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Frank Skinner, cinematography is by Russell Metty, and it was produced by Ross Hunter.
Is Magnificent Obsession worth watching?
Magnificent Obsession holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 139 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 48m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama and romance, Magnificent Obsession is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Magnificent Obsession
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Cast of Magnificent Obsession
Jane Wyman
Helen Phillips
Rock Hudson
Bob Merrick
Barbara Rush
Joyce Phillips
Agnes Moorehead
Nancy Ashford
Otto Kruger
Edward Randolph
Gregg Palmer
Tom Masterson
Paul Cavanagh
Dr. Henry Giraud
Sara Shane
Valerie Daniels
Richard H. Cutting
Dr. Derwin Dodge
Judy Nugent
Judy
Helen Kleeb
Mrs. Eden
Rudolph Anders
Dr. Albert Fuss
Magnificent Obsession — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Magnificent Obsession in United States?
Magnificent Obsession is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Magnificent Obsession in?
Magnificent Obsession is originally in English, with audio tracks including German, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Magnificent Obsession?
Magnificent Obsession runs 1 hours 48 minutes (108 minutes).
▸What is Magnificent Obsession rated?
Magnificent Obsession is rated NR. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 139 ratings.
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