OBSESSION Begins Streaming On Peacock July 17 Following Record-Breaking Box Office Run

One of the year’s biggest horror surprises is heading to streaming. OBSESSION, the breakout thriller from Focus Features and writer-director Curry Barker, begins streaming July 17 exclusively on Peacock after an extraordinary theatrical run that has turned the indie horror film into a global phenomenon.

Certified Fresh and Verified Hot on Rotten Tomatoes, OBSESSION has continued to exceed expectations at the box office, recently surpassing the $400 million mark worldwide. The film stars Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette, Cooper Tomlinson, Megan Lawless, and Andy Richter.

A Horror Hit That Defied Expectations

What started as a modest independent horror release quickly became one of 2026’s biggest breakout success stories. Strong word of mouth and enthusiastic audience reactions helped propel OBSESSION to an impressive global box office total, proving once again that original horror continues to be one of the industry’s strongest genres.

The film also earned widespread critical acclaim for its unsettling atmosphere, emotional storytelling, and Curry Barker’s confident direction, making it one of the year’s must-watch horror releases.

What Is OBSESSION About?

The film follows a hopeless romantic who breaks the mysterious “One Wish Willow” in an effort to win over his longtime crush. While his wish initially appears to come true, he soon discovers that every desire comes with a terrifying cost, unleashing a sinister chain of events that quickly spirals out of control.

Blending supernatural horror with psychological suspense, OBSESSION explores how even the best intentions can lead to devastating consequences.

More Horror Awaits On Peacock

Alongside OBSESSION, Peacock subscribers can also stream a growing collection of horror favorites, including NOSFERATU, KNOCK AT THE CABIN, FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S, FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S 2, M3GAN, FREAKY, SICK, IMAGINARY, WOLF MAN, YOU SHOULD HAVE LEFT, and THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER.

As part of Universal’s first-run streaming agreement, Peacock continues to serve as the home for many of the studio’s biggest theatrical releases following their cinema runs.