How long is Magnificent Obsession?

Magnificent Obsession is 1 hr 48 min long.

Who is Helen Phillips in Magnificent Obsession?

Jane Wyman plays Helen Phillips in the film.

What is Magnificent Obsession about?

Reckless playboy Robert Merrick (Rock Hudson) is in a boat accident, and his condition requires a resuscitator to save his life. Soon afterward Dr. Phillips has a heart attack and needs the same machine. Without it, Dr. Phillips dies. Due to his philanthropy and his wife Helen's accident, she (Jane Wyman) has very little money. Merrick then tries to right his wrongs with Helen --falling in love with her in the process -- and decides to turn to the study of medicine to become a surgeon.

Magnificent Obsession

Name: Magnificent Obsession
Duration: 108
Rating: 72

NR 1 hr 48 min

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How long is Magnificent Obsession?: Magnificent Obsession is 1 hr 48 min long.

Who directed Magnificent Obsession?: Douglas Sirk

Who is Helen Phillips in Magnificent Obsession?: Jane Wyman plays Helen Phillips in the film.

What is Magnificent Obsession about?: Reckless playboy Robert Merrick (Rock Hudson) is in a boat accident, and his condition requires a resuscitator to save his life. Soon afterward Dr. Phillips has a heart attack and needs the same machine. Without it, Dr. Phillips dies. Due to his philanthropy and his wife Helen's accident, she (Jane Wyman) has very little money. Merrick then tries to right his wrongs with Helen --falling in love with her in the process -- and decides to turn to the study of medicine to become a surgeon.