Obsession horror film earns $290 million worldwide and draws praise from Stephen King

Indie horror movie Obsession, directed by Curry Barker, was made on a budget of about $750,000 and sold to Focus Features for a record $15 million at TIFF. After its May release the film posted roughly $192 million in domestic box‑office receipts and about $290 million worldwide, becoming the highest‑grossing release in Focus Features' history. It posted rare second‑weekend growth and attracted a core audience of 18‑34‑year‑olds.

The movie holds a 94 percent approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes from both audiences and critics. Author Stephen King shared a brief review on Threads, giving the film a “B+” and saying he “keeps thinking about it,” noting its blend of humor and horror. The combination of strong box‑office performance and notable critical endorsement has highlighted the commercial promise of low‑budget, story‑driven horror projects.