2026’s Horror Hit Is Taking Over the Streaming Charts
The horror film Obsession, produced by Blumhouse and directed by YouTuber Curry Barker, has become one of 2026's biggest cinema successes and is now dominating streaming charts. Made on a shoestring budget, it has drawn comparisons to other online creators who have found mainstream Hollywood success, and its popularity has sparked online speculation about a possible sequel or spin-off.
Obsession stars Michael Johnston and Inde Navarrette in a story centred on a magical "One Wish Willow" that grants a dangerous wish. Despite a reported budget of just $750,000, the film grossed $443 million worldwide, making it the seventh highest-grossing film of 2026, and outperformed bigger releases such as The Mandalorian and Grogu. It has since topped Peacock's US Top 10 chart and reached number six on Vudu's US Top 10 movie chart.
- Low-budget horror film Obsession is dominating streaming after cinema success.
- Made for $750,000, it earned $443 million worldwide at the box office.
- Director Curry Barker is also a YouTuber with 1.55 million subscribers.