‘Obsession,’ the record-breaking horror film that became a surprise theatrical phenomenon, is set to arrive on Netflix. After a phenomenal box office success and debut on video-on-demand, the film directed by YouTuber-turned-filmmaker Curry Barker will expand its reach through a major streaming partnership.According to What’s on Netflix, the horror title will debut on the streaming platform on November 17, 2026, in the United States, although release dates for other territories may vary. The expected addition of the streaming service comes as part of a licensing arrangement that governs how new theatrical releases are transferred through various platforms.
Michael Johnston stars as Bear, a lonely college student whose dangerous wish unleashes dire consequences in ‘Obsession’. Image credit (Instagram).
The film’s premise and creative inspiration
‘Obsession’ tells the story of Bear, a lonely college student portrayed by Michael Johnston, who uses a mysterious toy to ask his friend Nikki to fall in love with him. Inspired by a specific episode of an animated series with a horror theme, Bear’s pursuit of black magic results in disastrous and unpredictable consequences that drive the narrative towards its twisted conclusion. The film also stars Inde Navarette in the role of Nikki.