Magnificent Obsession

Year: 1954

Runtime: 108 mins

Language: English

Director: Douglas Sirk

DramaRomanceFaith and religionTouching and sentimental family storiesEnduring stories of family and marital drama

When reckless playboy Bob Merrick crashes his speedboat, the town’s sole rescuer rushes to help, but local hero Dr. Phillips dies waiting for the life‑saving device. Grief drives Merrick to the doctor’s widow, Helen, and their shared sorrow sparks a passionate, reckless love that becomes their magnificent obsession.

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