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‘Obsession’: Here’s Where to Stream the Horror Romance Movie Online
"Obsession," a horror-romance film created by YouTuber Curry Barker, has achieved remarkable commercial success with over $429 million in worldwide box-office revenue, establishing itself as one of 2026's most unexpected blockbusters. The film exemplifies an emerging industry pattern whereby digital creators successfully transition to theatrical distribution, joining recent projects such as A24's "Backrooms" and the science-fiction horror film "Iron Lung" in validating this career pathway.
The film is now accessible through Peacock's streaming service, available to existing subscribers without additional charges beginning July 17. Viewers may opt for Peacock's standard Premium tier at $10.99 monthly or the Premium Plus option at $16.99 monthly, with discounted annual subscriptions available, or access the service for 30 days through a Walmart+ promotion for $1.
In short
- Obsession, a $429 million box-office sleeper hit directed by YouTuber Curry Barker, now streams on Peacock
- Exemplifies growing trend of digital creators transitioning to theatrical film releases
- Available via Peacock Premium ($10.99/month) or 30-day trial through Walmart+ for $1
Explained simply
"Obsession" is a horror-romance film created by Curry Barker, a YouTube content creator. The film has achieved remarkable commercial success, earning over $429 million at the worldwide box office and becoming one of 2026's biggest films.
This success is significant because it shows that creators who build audiences online can successfully transition to traditional theatrical filmmaking. The film is part of a growing trend where digital creators move into mainstream cinema.
Recent films such as "Backrooms" and "Iron Lung" have also made this journey from digital origins to cinematic release. The box-office performance of "Obsession" and similar projects suggests audiences are increasingly willing to see stories created by online creators in cinemas.