The Gold Obsession (1906): cast, story & where to watch
1906 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1906, The Gold Obsession is a fantasy and comedy film, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. An artist is painting the portrait of a young woman dressed in a country costume in his attic studio. The landlord demands the rent, but the artist has no money. The model tries to comfort him, but he throws her out. Dancing safes appear and he takes bags of gold coins out of them. A woman fairy appears and she transports them to a palace. Soldiers march in and a troupe of women dancers perform. The artist's model attempts to pawn her jewelry to help pay the rent. A rain of what appears to be fire begins to fall and the artist awakens in his studio, bent on suicide.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Gold Obsession has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Gold Obsession page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gold Obsession tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Gold Obsession (1906)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Gold Obsession change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Gold Obsession worth watching?
- The Gold Obsession holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Gold Obsession released?
- The Gold Obsession was released in 1906, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.