Horror
Thriller
You only get one wish.
Obsession (2026)
Runtime
109 min
Release date
13/05/2026
Country
United States of America, United Kingdom
Production
Tea Shop Productions
Under the Shell
Capstone Pictures
Blumhouse Productions
Overview
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.
Directors & Screenwriters
Curry Barker
Director
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Michael Johnston
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Bear
Inde Navarrette
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Nikki
Cooper Tomlinson
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Ian
Megan Lawless
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Sarah
Andy Richter
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Carter
Haley Fitzgerald
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Viola
Darin Toonder
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Harry
Anthony Pavone
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Reggie
Justice
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Joe
Anthony Casabianca
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Chris
Chloe Breen
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Ruthie
Malcolm Kelner
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Bartender
Charles Santa Cruz
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Alex Maystrik
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Mariana Silva
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Kyle Blumenthal
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Jorge Luquin
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Jose Herrera
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Emilio Flores
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Manny Liotta
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Mai Chi Nguyen
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Tim Robinson
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Evan Brown
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Maddi Hulburt
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Jacob Stephens
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Skyler Zurn
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Danielle Krett
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Dylan Michael Searle
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Matthew Jackson
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Itzel Ximena Gonzalez
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Evan Lugo
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Kevin Kim
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Dannell Brown
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Dario Ramos
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Gabriel Rubalcava
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Sabina Tenorio
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Claudio Parrone Jr.
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Max Maher
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Travis Beck
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Ben Scattone
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Ian Brown
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Chelsey Kaye
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Cydney Jenks
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Michael Brockmann
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Iyana Fawcett
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Curry Barker
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Customer Service Representative (voice) (uncredited)
Jeff Barker
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Trivia Bar Host (uncredited)
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Official Trailer
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Did You Know?
A love spell turns sweet romance into a terrifying nightmare in 2026’s breakout horror hit.
When a suitor’s obsessive love spell lands on young Nikki, the romance spirals into a nightmarish free‑fall that has audiences buzzing. "Obsession" surged from a modest release to packed houses across the country, propelled by word‑of‑mouth that this love‑story‑gone‑wrong is the horror event of the year.
At the film’s core is Inde Navarrette’s electrifying turn as Nikki. Critics are hailing her ability to glide from innocent, puppy‑love sweetness to unhinged, raw insanity in a single breath, a performance some say deserves Oscar attention. Her unsettling transformation anchors the film’s emotional chaos and keeps viewers on edge.
Beyond Navarrette, the movie shines thanks to a solid ensemble, razor‑sharp direction, and a script that balances dread with dark humor. It even delivers what many are calling the year’s best jump scare, cementing "Obsession" as a must‑see horror that redefines the genre’s love‑triangle trope.
Curry Barker’s record‑breaking horror hit ‘Obsession’ is set to haunt Netflix this November
Curry Barker’s breakout horror, *Obsession*, is making the jump from Peacock to Netflix on November 17, promising to keep the Halloween vibe alive a little longer. The film, which has already been hailed as a record‑breaker, revives the tired cursed‑object premise with a fresh, unsettling twist that pits a seemingly sweet “nice guy” against a darker, misogynistic reality.
At the heart of the buzz is Inde Navarrette, the genre’s newest final girl who recently hosted SNL’s Halloween episode and is slated to join the MCU as Rogue in the upcoming X‑Men reboot. Critics are raving about her “Oscar‑worthy” performance, and it’s easy to see why—her portrayal of the tormented heroine anchors the film’s atmospheric lighting and nuanced storytelling.
*Obsession* has earned lofty scores on Rotten Tomatoes—93% from critics and 94% from audiences—signaling both critical and fan approval. As Navarrette’s star continues to rise, the film’s move to Netflix will introduce its chilling blend of supernatural scares and timely social commentary to an even broader audience.
The makeup that made Nikki’s nightmare scene too terrifying to watch – even for the actress herself.
Curry Barker’s low‑budget thriller *Obsession* exploded onto the 2026 horror scene, earning the title of the year’s biggest scare‑fest. Audiences were hooked by its relentless tension and a handful of truly unsettling moments, none more infamous than the ghoulish sequence that still haunts star Inde Navarrette.
In a candid Allure interview, Navarrette admitted she can’t bear to rewatch the night‑time scene where Bear (Michael Johnston) awakens to find Nikki (her) sobbing in a dark corner. The terror isn’t just in the acting – it’s the “Uncanny Valley” makeup that transforms her face into something almost human, yet unmistakably off. Makeup artist Kate Oja exaggerated lip lines, blacked‑out pupils and added eerie facial markings, creating a look that “plays with that part of your brain when something looks human, but there’s a part that recognizes it isn’t,” Navarrette explained.
The effect resonated far beyond the screen. Nikki quickly morphed into a modern horror icon, landing a spot as a playable skin in Fortnite and inspiring countless impersonators at Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights. Fans across the country flooded Halloween parties dressed in her signature look, cementing the character’s place in pop‑culture lore.
While the film currently streams on Peacock, it’s set to join Netflix’s catalog on November 17, giving new viewers a chance to experience the chilling makeup work and the obsessive love story that’s become a genre touchstone.
From YouTube to Oscar Talk: How ‘Obsession’ Became Horror’s Surprise Powerhouse
Indie horror sensation Obsession burst onto the scene after creator‑turned‑YouTuber Curry Barker debuted it at the Toronto International Film Festival. The buzz turned into a box‑office avalanche when the film hit theaters in May, landing it among the highest‑grossing movies of 2026 and cementing its place as one of the all‑time top earners in the horror genre. The unexpected success has already sparked Oscar chatter, a rarity for a film that started as a “tiny little” project.
At the heart of the phenomenon is newcomer Inde Navarrette, whose portrayal of Nikki—a woman whose friend Bear’s wish for love spirals into an all‑consuming obsession—has resonated with audiences. Navarrette describes a pivotal scene where Nikki stands motionless for hours, waiting for Bear to return, a visual metaphor for the way abuse can trap victims in their own bodies. Critics are praising the performance for exposing the psychological grip of obsessive love, turning what could have been simple terror into a study of emotional captivity.
Equally groundbreaking is Michael Johnston’s role as Bear. Openly gay, Johnston plays a straight male lead and insists he approached the part “as authentically as I could,” challenging industry assumptions about casting. His involvement has opened a broader conversation about representation in horror, while both leads ride a wave of awards‑season buzz that could see Obsession defying genre expectations and earning serious accolades.