Magnificent Obsession (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1935, Magnificent Obsession is a drama and romance film directed by John M. Stahl, running about 112 minutes. “After You See It You'll Never Be the Same!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A playboy tries to redeem himself after his careless behavior causes a great man's death.
Who’s in it. Magnificent Obsession stars Irene Dunne as Helen Hudson, Robert Taylor as Dr. Robert Merrick, Charles Butterworth as Tommy Masterson and Betty Furness as Joyce Hudson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Magnificent Obsession has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Magnificent Obsession page.
If you liked it. Fans of Magnificent Obsession tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Magnificent Obsession (1935)?
- In US, Magnificent Obsession is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Magnificent Obsession worth watching?
- Magnificent Obsession holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Magnificent Obsession?
- Magnificent Obsession stars Irene Dunne, Robert Taylor, Charles Butterworth, Betty Furness and Sara Haden.
- When was Magnificent Obsession released?
- Magnificent Obsession was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.