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Obsession Crosses $500 Million to Become Top Original Film of the 2020s

The micro‑budget Focus Features horror hit reached the mark on strong viral word‑of‑mouth and rare weekend growth, signaling renewed studio interest in original low‑cost films.

Overview

  • The film crossed the $500 million global box office threshold on Sunday, with its U.S. theatrical run complete and a handful of international engagements continuing.
  • Industry reports describe the movie as a micro‑budget production made for under $1 million, with one estimate putting the production cost at about $750,000.
  • Obsession opened in May to roughly $17.1–17.2 million in North America and then posted sustained weekend gains, not falling below its opening gross until its sixth weekend.
  • Coverage says the movie’s rise was driven by strong word‑of‑mouth and social media buzz among younger audiences, which kept overseas demand high and extended its theatrical life.
  • The success has prompted developing industry moves: Focus and studios are reported to be courting director Curry Barker and several cast members are linked to larger projects, though those career moves remain unconfirmed.