When Dr. Anthony Edwardes arrives at a Vermont mental hospital to replace the outgoing hospital director, Dr. Constance Peterson, a psychoanalyst, discovers Edwardes is actually an impostor. The man confesses that the real Dr. Edwardes is dead and fears he may have killed him, but cannot recall anything. Dr. Peterson, however is convinced his impostor is innocent of the man's murder, and joins him on a quest to unravel his amnesia through psychoanalysis.

Spellbound's exploration of the subconscious could have benefitted from more analysis, but Alfred Hitchcock's psychedelic flourishes elevate this heady thriller along with Ingrid Bergman and Gregory Peck's star power.

'Spellbound' is a captivating blend of romance, mystery, and psychological intrigue, showcasing Alfred Hitchcock's signature style. The innovative dream sequences by Salvador Dali are praised for their surreal dimension. Ingrid Bergman and Gregory Peck deliver acclaimed performances, with Bergman as a dedicated psychoanalyst and Peck as an amnesiac suspect. The suspenseful plot, involving a murder mystery and mind exploration, is noted for its twists. However, some find the pacing slow and dialogue melodramatic. The haunting musical score by Miklós Rózsa is celebrated. Despite mixed opinions, 'Spellbound' is regarded as a noteworthy Hitchcock film.