Magnificent Obsession

(1954)Directed by Douglas Sirk108 minDrama, Romance
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.

Jane Wymanas Helen Phillips
Rock Hudsonas Bob Merrick
Barbara Rushas Joyce Phillips
Agnes Mooreheadas Nancy Ashford
Otto Krugeras Edward Randolph
Gregg Palmeras Tom Masterson
Paul Cavanaghas Dr. Henry Giraud
Sara Shaneas Valerie Daniels
Richard H. Cuttingas Dr. Derwin Dodge
Judy Nugentas Judy
Helen Kleebas Mrs. Eden
Rudolph Andersas Dr. Albert Fuss
Fred Nurneyas Dr. Laradetti
John Mylongas Dr. Hofer
Mae Clarkeas Mrs. Miller
Harvey Grantas Chris
Will J. Whiteas State Police Sergeant Bill Ames (uncredited)
William Leslieas Bar Patron (uncredited)
Greta Ullmannas (uncredited)
HGHerschel Grahamas Observer at Scene (uncredited)