...
By Billie Melissa
Contributing Entertainment Writer
0
Share
Newsweek is a Trust Project member
See more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.
So far, 2026 has been a huge year for horror movies, not only succeeding at this year's Academy Awards, but also racking up numbers at the box office.
One of those hits, "Obsession," written, directed, and edited by Curry Barker, made waves when it released in May, banking over $371 million at the worldwide box office, a staggering feat for a film reportedly made for approximately $750,000.
"Obsession" follows Michael Johnston as Bear who breaks something called the "One Wish Willow" with a wish to win his crush's heart, played by Inde Navarrette. However, when he gets exactly what he wants, things suddenly turn sinister.
Read More on Movies
Now, the film heads for home release, and it's not to be missed as it even creeped into IMDb's coveted Top 250 movies list, occupying the #249 spot at the time of reporting.
...
'Obsession' Digital Release Date
"Obsession" will be available to watch digitally from June 30, 2026.
'Obsession' – How to Watch
"Obsession" will be available to rent and buy across Video on Demand platforms such as Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home from June 30.
Where Can I Watch 'Obsession?'
"Obsession" does not yet have a streaming release set, but it will be available to rent and buy across Premium Digital and Premium Video on Demand platforms from June 30.
It is also available for pre-order in 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD formats.
'Obsession' Physical Release Date
"Obsession" will release on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD on July 14, 2026.
Bonus features include:
- Obsession Unleashed – Take the obsession further by going behind the scenes with filmmaker Curry Barker and the cast, Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette, Cooper Tomlinson and Megan Lawless, to see them create a wild horror story out of intense performances and shocking scares. Hear the cast reflect on their most memorable scenes, get a peek at Michael and Inde’s chemistry test that sparked the film’s emotional core, and see how their collaboration shaped the film’s most unsettling moments.
- Feature commentary with director/writer/editor Curry Barker
Bonus features may vary depending on product/retailer.
Is 'Obsession' Available to Stream in the US?
"Obsession" does not yet have an official streaming release date.
What Is 'Obsession' About?
The official synopsis for "Obsession," as per Universal Pictures, reads, "The official synopsis for "Obsession," as per Universal Pictures, reads, "After breaking the mysterious “One Wish Willow” to win his crush’s heart, a hopeless romantic finds himself getting exactly what he asked for but soon discovers that some desires come at a dark, sinister price."
View 0 Comments
Submit Correction
View Editorial & AI Guidelines