Magnificent Obsession
- Director: Douglas Sirk
- Writer: Lloyd C. Douglas, Robert Blees, Wells Root, Sarah Y. Mason, Victor Heerman, Finley Peter Dunne
- Producer: Ross Hunter
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"THE STORY OF A WOMAN'S NEED FOR A MAN that will become one of the great emotional thrills of your lifetime!"
When churlish, spoiled rich man Bob Merrick foolishly wrecks his speed boat, the rescue team resuscitates him with equipment that's therefore unavailable to aid a local hero, Dr. Wayne Phillips, who dies as a result. Phillips had helped many people, and when Merrick learns Phillips' secret, to give selflessly and in secret, he tries it in a ham-handed way. The result further alienates Phillips' widow, Helen, with whom Merrick has fallen in love. Merrick's persistence causes another tragedy, and he must remake his life, including going back to medical school, in an attempt to make amends and win her love.
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Cast & Characters
Jane Wyman (as Helen Phillips)
Rock Hudson (as Bob Merrick)
Agnes Moorehead (as Nancy Ashford)
Otto Kruger (as Randolph)
Barbara Rush (as Joyce Phillips)
Gregg Palmer (as Tom Masterson)
Paul Cavanagh (as Dr. Giraud)
Sara Shane (as Valerie)
Richard H. Cutting (as Dr. Dodge)
Judy Nugent (as Judy)
Helen Kleeb (as Mrs. Eden)
Rudolph Anders (as Dr. Fuss)
Fred Nurney (as Dr. Laradetti)
John Mylong (as Dr. Hofer)
Alexander Campbell (as Dr. Allan)
Mae Clarke (as Mrs. Miller)
Harvey Grant (as Chris)
Joseph Mell (as Dan (as Joe Mell))
Gail Bonney (as Phyllis (uncredited))
George Brand (as Doctor (uncredited))
Jack Chefe (as Waiter (uncredited))
Harold Dyrenforth (as Mr. Jouvet (uncredited))
Lance Fuller (as Bar Patron (uncredited))
Jack Gargan (as Doctor (uncredited))
Lisa Gaye (as Switchboard Girl (uncredited))