Magnificent Obsession

Overview

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.

Where to Watch

Stream

TCM

Top Cast

Jane Wyman

Helen Phillips

Rock Hudson

Bob Merrick

Barbara Rush

Joyce Phillips

Agnes Moorehead

Nancy Ashford

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