Obsession Sets New Box Office Records for Horror Films

The horror film *Obsession*, released in May, has broken two major box‑office records. It is now the fifth‑highest‑grossing horror movie of all time and the highest‑grossing horror film of the decade. The movie also tops the list of films made on a budget under $1 million, and analysts say it could surpass the $500 million mark, which would make it the biggest original‑story film of the decade.

*Obsession* earned a 94 % approval rating from both critics and audiences on Rotten Tomatoes. Its success is being credited to strong word‑of‑mouth, an intensive promotional campaign, and a storyline that taps into contemporary themes of autonomy and “nice‑guy” culture. Industry observers note the film’s performance signals a growing demand for original, low‑budget movies in a market dominated by franchise blockbusters.