Get ready for a thrilling ride with Obsession, a horror flick that's about to take the world by storm! This highly anticipated film, directed and written by Curry Barker, is a unique blend of romance and terror that will leave you on the edge of your seat.
In a thrilling tale of love and consequences, Michael Johnston stars as a romantic lead who makes a wish on the enigmatic "One Wish Willow" to win over his love interest. But here's where it gets controversial... he gets his wish, but at what cost? As the story unfolds, our protagonist discovers that some desires come with a sinister price tag, and the dark side of his wish begins to unravel.
With a 97% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, Obsession has already made waves at prestigious film festivals. It premiered at the Toronto Film Festival's midnight section, followed by sold-out screenings at Fantastic Fest and the Sitges People's Choice Award. Mark your calendars, as this chilling tale hits U.S. theaters on May 15, 2026.
The film boasts an impressive cast, including Inde Navarrette, Cooper Tomlinson, Megan Lawless, and Andy Richter. Behind the scenes, James Harris, Haley Nicole Johnson, and Christian Mercuri produced this gem, with Capstone Pictures fully financing the project and handling world rights.
And this is the part most people miss... Jason Blum, the mastermind behind Blumhouse, has joined as an executive producer, adding his touch to this already stellar production. With Blumhouse's involvement, Obsession is set to become a horror classic.
Focus Features, known for their diverse releases, has an exciting lineup ahead. Besides Obsession, they'll be releasing The History of Sound and Song Sung Blue, ensuring a diverse range of cinematic experiences.
The newly merged Blumhouse-Atomic Monster has an action-packed 2026 planned, with releases like The Mummy, Mortal Kombat 2, Insidious, and Other Mommy. And that's not all; Blumhouse has partnered with Spooky Pictures for Curry Barker's next project, Anything But Ghosts, where he'll direct and star alongside Cooper Tomlinson.
Check out the Obsession teaser above and get ready for a chilling adventure. Will you dare to face your obsessions? We want to hear your thoughts! Do you think this film will live up to the hype? Share your predictions and join the discussion in the comments below!
