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Barker Hints “Obsession” Sequel Amid Plot Hole Admission

5/17/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Director Curry Barker announced that “Obsession” (2026) opened well and he is weighing a sequel or anthology series.
Curry Barker acknowledged a plot hole: the One Wish Willow rules make wish spawn a reality that clashes with scenes like money falling from the ceiling.
Curry Barker said he may direct a pilot, involve other filmmakers for wish-episode spin-offs, and chose actor Michael Johnston to voice Bear for his textured voice.

History

Historical Context

George Lucas’s 1980 sequel *The Empire Strikes Back*, directed by Irvin Kershner and released by 20th Century Fox on May 21, cost about $8 million and earned roughly $401.5 million worldwide, establishing the modern blockbuster-sequel model. That template of high-budget follow-ups influences today’s mid-budget sci-fi plans, such as Curry Barker’s *Obsession* (2026) as Netflix eyes a comparable series.

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Story summary

Director Curry Barker announced that “Obsession” (2026) opened well and he is weighing a sequel or anthology series.
Curry Barker acknowledged a plot hole: the One Wish Willow rules make wish spawn a reality that clashes with scenes like money falling from the ceiling.
Curry Barker said he may direct a pilot, involve other filmmakers for wish-episode spin-offs, and chose actor Michael Johnston to voice Bear for his textured voice.

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