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Magnificent Obsession (1954)

APPROVED 108 min  -  Drama | Romance  -   7 August 1954 (USA)
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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... See full summary »

Director:

Douglas Sirk

Writers:

Lloyd C. Douglas (novel), Robert Blees (screenplay), and 4 more credits »
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Jane Wyman ...
Rock Hudson ...
Agnes Moorehead ...
Otto Kruger ...
Barbara Rush ...
Gregg Palmer Gregg Palmer ...
Paul Cavanagh Paul Cavanagh ...
Sara Shane Sara Shane ...
Richard H. Cutting Richard H. Cutting ...
Dr. Derwin Dodge
Judy Nugent Judy Nugent ...
Judy
Helen Kleeb Helen Kleeb ...
Rudolph Anders Rudolph Anders ...
Dr. Albert Fuss
Fred Nurney Fred Nurney ...
Dr. Laradetti
John Mylong John Mylong ...
Dr. Emil Hofer
Alexander Campbell Alexander Campbell ...
Dr. Allan
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Storyline

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. Written by <jhailey@hotmail.com>  

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Medical | Surgeon | Blockbuster | Loss Of Husband | Blindness  | See more »

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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!

Genres:

Drama | Romance

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Country:

USA

Language:

English | German

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Also Known As:

Die wunderbare Macht See more »

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Sound Mix:

Mono (Western Electric Recording)

Color:

Color (Technicolor)

Aspect Ratio:

2.00 : 1
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Trivia

'Jane Wyman (I)' appears as herself and narrates the trailer. See more »

Goofs

Continuity: In early scenes of Bob Merrick boat racing on the lake, he is warned to be careful because "...it is really kicking up out there!" but we immediately see the lake and it is calm, almost without any waves at all. See more »

Quotes

Valerie: [first lines]
Valerie: Bob! Bob, take it easy!
Dr. Bob Merrick: Easy? Where's that get ya?
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Connections

Featured in Rock Hudson: Dark and Handsome Stranger (2010) See more »