‘Obsession’ OTT Release Date: When and Where To Watch Curry Barker’s Blockbuster Horror Film Online
Discover when and where to stream Curry Barker's smash-hit horror film, 'Obsession'! After a strong theatrical run, the terrifying tale starring Michael Johnston and Inde Navarrette arrives online in the US. Get all the digital streaming details for this critically acclaimed supernatural thriller.
Hollywood is buzzing as Curry Barker's phenomenal supernatural horror film, Obsession, transitions from its record-breaking theatrical run to digital streaming. The independent sensation, which has captivated audiences worldwide, is scheduled to hit Peacock this week, with a Netflix release slated for later this year. ‘Obsession’ Director Curry Barker Follows Only These Two Bollywood Celebrities on Instagram – Can You Guess Who They Are?.
‘Obsession’ Digital Streaming Details
Obsession first became available for digital purchase and rental (PVOD) on June 30, 2026, across major platforms including Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home, Google Play, and YouTube, priced at USD 24.99 for purchase and USD 19.99 for rental. However, subscribers to Peacock can rejoice as the film officially begins streaming on the platform on Friday, July 17, 2026, offering an inclusive viewing experience for existing members.
For those who prefer the red-and-black streaming giant, Obsession is confirmed to arrive on Netflix in the US on November 17, 2026, as revealed by What's on Netflix. This staggered release is part of Focus Features' licensing agreement with Universal, where new theatrical releases initially stream on Peacock for an exclusive window, typically four months, before moving to Netflix, eventually returning to Peacock.
More About ‘Obsession’
Obsession, written, directed, and edited by the 26-year-old filmmaker Curry Barker, centres on Bear (Michael Johnston), a shy music store employee with an unrequited crush on his childhood friend, Nikki (Inde Navarrette). Desperate for her affection, Bear acquires a mysterious "One Wish Willow" toy and wishes for Nikki to fall in love with him. What he gets is far more sinister: a twisted, dangerous, and all-consuming obsession that turns his fantasy into a horrific nightmare. Cooper Tomlinson, Megan Lawless, and veteran comedian Andy Richter also feature in supporting roles.
The film, a supernatural horror, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 5, 2025, where Focus Features acquired its distribution rights for a reported USD 14-USD15 million. It then received its theatrical release in the United States on May 15, 2026.
Critics and audiences have lauded Obsession for its innovative take on the "be careful what you wish for" trope and Barker's skilled direction, earning it a remarkable 94% Certified Fresh audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. Horror icon Stephen King even praised the film's blend of horror and humour. ‘Obsession’ Review: Indee Navarrette Leads Curry Barker’s Gripping Horror Thriller With Remarkable Intensity, Say Critics.
‘Obsession’ Box Office
Made on a modest budget of USD 750,000, Obsession has been a genuine box office phenomenon, raking in an astounding USD 427 million worldwide as of July 6, 2026. This makes it one of the most profitable films of all time, particularly for a production with a budget under USD 1 million. Its domestic gross reached USD 253.3 million, with an additional USD 173.3 million from international markets. The film's immense success led Focus Features to delay its Premium Video On Demand (PVOD) release, giving it an extended 45-day theatrical window.
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