Peacock Announces Mid-july Premiere for 'Obsession' Series

WHO:

Deadline - Curry Barker is the director of the film "Obsession."

Variety - Michael Johnston stars as Bear, and Inde Navarrette plays Nikki in the film.

WHAT:

Deadline - "Obsession" has grossed $400 million globally.

Deadline - The film will start streaming on Peacock on July 17.

Variety - The film follows Bear, a hopeless romantic, who wishes for his co-worker Nikki to love him, leading to her dangerous obsession.

WHERE:

Deadline - The film was acquired by Focus Features for North American and certain foreign distribution.

WHEN:

Deadline - The streaming date for "Obsession" is set for July 17.

Deadline - The film had a 63-day theatrical window before its streaming release.

WHY:

Variety - The film's plot centers around themes of love and obsession, driven by Bear's wish for Nikki's affection.

HOW:

Deadline - Focus Features acquired the film out of TIFF Midnight for over $15 million.

(UPDATED July 10, 2026 16:46 UTC)

The film "Obsession," directed by Curry Barker and starring Michael Johnston as Bear and Inde Navarrette as Nikki, has grossed an impressive $400 million globally. Following a successful 63-day theatrical run, it will begin streaming on Peacock on July 17, exploring the dangerous themes of love and obsession as Bear longs for Nikki's affection. Focus Features acquired the film for over $15 million at TIFF Midnight for North American and select foreign distribution.