Magnificent Obsession

Magnificent Obsession

7.4IMDb Score
Released:1935-12-30
Duration:112 min
Director:John M. Stahl
Actors:Irene Dunne, Robert Taylor, Charles Butterworth, Betty Furness, Sara Haden
Production:Universal Pictures

Overview:

A playboy tries to redeem himself after his careless behavior causes a great man's death.

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