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Obsession (1934): cast, story & where to watch

1934 · Film

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Released in 1934, Obsession is a drama film directed by Maurice Tourneur, running about 40 minutes.

What it’s about. A man who suffers from the delirium of persecution and to the point of trying to strangle his wife is interned. His brother, needing his signature for his own business, gets him out of the asylum with the complicity of a false magistrate and against the advice of the doctor.

Who’s in it. Obsession stars Charles Vanel as Pierre, Paul Amiot as Le docteur, Georges Paulais as Le directeur and Henry Bonvallet as Le procureur, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Obsession page.

If you liked it. Fans of Obsession tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Obsession (1934)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Obsession change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Obsession?
Obsession stars Charles Vanel, Paul Amiot, Georges Paulais, Henry Bonvallet and Jean Bara.
When was Obsession released?
Obsession was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 40 minutes.