Obsession Sets Mid-July Streaming Date on Peacock After 63-Day Theatrical Window
The highly successful and surprise hit romance horror film, Obsession, is set to make its streaming debut on Peacock on July 17, marking a 63-day theatrical window. This move has generated significant interest in the film industry, particularly with its impressive box office performance and the anticipation surrounding its release on the popular streaming platform.
Directed by Curry Barker, Obsession has garnered a global gross of $400 million, making it one of the most successful films of the year. The film tells the story of Bear, played by Michael Johnston, who wishes that the love of his life, Nikki, played by Inde Navarette, loves him back. However, chaos ensues, and the film takes a dark and thrilling turn.
Focus Features acquired the North American and certain foreign distribution rights to the film out of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) Midnight for a reported $15 million plus. The film’s success has been unprecedented, with an impressive 14.6x multiple in its domestic box office, grossing a total of $249.5 million in the United States. This is a rare feat for a horror movie, which typically does not achieve such high multiples.
Co-produced by Blumhouse and financed by Capstone for an initial $750,000, Obsession has proven to be a highly successful venture. The film’s success can be attributed to its unique blend of romance and horror elements, which has captivated audiences worldwide.
Barker’s next project, Anything But Ghosts, is currently in production with Focus Features and Blumhouse, while he is also working on a secret third project with Blumhouse. Additionally, Barker is set to re-launch the Texas Chainsaw Massacre with A24.
Universal’s offshore territories have contributed $127.6 million to the film’s foreign box office, with non-Universal markets grossing $30.6 million, bringing the overall foreign take to $158.1 million. Japan is set to release the film on July 17, followed by Korea on September 2.
Focus Features is planning an awards campaign for Obsession, which is expected to generate significant buzz in the film industry. With its impressive box office performance and the anticipation surrounding its release on Peacock, Obsession is set to continue its successful run in the film industry.
The film’s success has also sparked interest in Barker’s future projects, with many eagerly awaiting his next release. As the film industry continues to evolve, Obsession serves as a testament to the power of innovative storytelling and the impact it can have on audiences worldwide.
