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Obsession's OTT Release Brings 2026 Horror Sensation to Indian Audiences
7/4/2026, 11:49:58 AM
OTT Availability in India
The supernatural horror *Obsession* is now available for digital purchase or rental in India via Prime Video and Apple TV, priced at $24.99 to buy or $19.99 to rent. A streaming launch is expected later this month, though no date is confirmed. Physical media (DVD, Blu-ray, 4K UHD) will arrive on July 14, and the digital edition adds a behind-the-scenes featurette and director Curry Barker’s audio commentary.
Production and Box-Office
*Obsession* is writer-director Curry Barker’s feature debut. Made on a $700,000 budget, it grossed over $370 million, becoming one of 2026’s most profitable horror films. The movie opened on May 15 via Focus Features, quickly turning into a surprise hit. It holds a 95 % Rotten Tomatoes score, among the year’s highest-rated horror releases.
Cast
Michael Johnston stars as Bear, who uses a mystical “One Wish Willow” to make his crush Nikki (Inde Navarrette) fall in love. The film includes Cooper Tomlinson, Megan Lawless and Andy Richter. Curry Barker is writer-director and provides the audio commentary on the digital edition.
Data
- Worldwide gross: >$370 million
- Rotten Tomatoes: 95 % (critics)
- Runtime: 1 h 50 m (109–110 m in some cuts)
- Digital price: $24.99 purchase / $19.99 rent; physical release July 14
Official Statements
Focus Features confirmed the May 15 theatrical launch and July 14 physical-media release. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) removed two scenes, including a major death sequence, before approving the Indian theatrical run. The digital edition includes a behind-the-scenes video and Barker’s commentary.
Criticism and Censorship
*Obsession* has sparked debate over male entitlement and consent, echoing its focus on unhealthy relationships and emotional control. The CBFC’s cuts are cited as censorship, yet the film performed well at the Indian box office, suggesting strong demand.
Impact on Indian OTT Market
The low-budget, high-profit model highlights horror’s commercial viability on streaming platforms. OTT availability broadens Indian access, encouraging distributors to acquire similar titles and prompting local producers to pursue cost-effective horror projects.
Conflicts and Gaps
A dedicated Indian streaming release date is unconfirmed. Runtime varies between 109 and 110 minutes across market cuts. Indian box-office numbers are not disclosed.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Obsession turned out to be one of the biggest surprise hits of 2026.” — Economic Times, Panache
- “The movie currently holds an impressive 95% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes, making it one of the highest-rated horror films of 2026.” — Economic Times, Panache
- “The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) reportedly removed two important scenes before approving the film for release, including one involving a major death sequence.” — Economic Times, Panache
- “Rather than relying only on jump scares, Obsession explores themes of unhealthy relationships, emotional control and the consequences of trying to manipulate another person's feelings.” — Economic Times, Panache
