Obsession (2026)
A hopeless romantic's wish for love turns chillingly dark, as desire comes with a sinister, pulpy price.
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.
How intense is Obsession?
Obsession is properly scary, with light gore and some violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Obsession feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulchillingdarkly comicpulpy
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Obsession
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Obsession for you?
Is Obsession scary?
Yes, properly. Obsession is scare level 2 of 3, the real thing without being an endurance test.
Is Obsession gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3).
Is Obsession sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Obsession OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 2, gore 1, violence 1, each out of 3.
How long is Obsession?
Obsession runs 1h 49m.
Where can I stream Obsession?
Obsession is streaming on Peacock.
Does Obsession have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
Cast and crew
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