The $300 million horror phenomenon might get a follow-up — but don’t expect it anytime soon. Curry Barker has bigger plans first.
Obsession 2: Breakdown
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Director/Writer | Curry Barker (feature debut) |
| Released | May 15, 2026 (US) |
| Budget | $750K – $1M |
| Box Office | ~$300M worldwide (and counting) |
| Status | Highest-grossing horror film of 2026 |
| Distributor | Focus Features (US) / Universal (Intl) |
Does Curry Barker Want to Make Obsession 2?
Yes — but not right now.
Curry Barker told The Hollywood Reporter that he has “such a cool idea” for a sequel but isn’t planning on making it right away. “I don’t want to go straight into Obsession 2,” Barker said. “I have such a cool idea for it that I won’t say. I’m not saying it has to be five, six years from now. But I think people would be just as excited for it if it came a little down the road.” GamesRadar+
The director is honest about the whirlwind he’s in. As one of the biggest pop-culture headlines of 2026 and suddenly one of the most in-demand talents in Hollywood, Barker admitted he’s still figuring out what to work on next and adjusting to his newfound status as a power player.
What Are His Next Projects?
Before you see Obsession 2, expect to see two other Barker films first.
His next project is the paranormal comedy “Anything But Ghosts,” which has already wrapped filming and is currently in post-production. After that, Barker has been handed the keys to the Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchise, and he aims to recapture the “rawness” of Tobe Hooper’s original classic.
On top of that, an unnamed studio has offered him $10 million to make another film. In other words, Barker is thoroughly booked.
What About an Obsession Anthology Series Instead?
Curry Barker has floated the idea of turning Obsession into an anthology TV series centered on the One Wish Willow. He’s expressed that an anthology format excites him more than a straight sequel — imagining one-hour episodes where each episode features a different wish that goes completely off the rails, with him directing the pilot and inviting other filmmakers to give their spin at it.
This could be a win-win: it expands the Obsession universe without requiring Barker to commit to a full theatrical sequel immediately.
The Plot of the Original
Obsession follows Bear (Michael Johnston), a music store employee who buys a supernatural toy that grants him his wish for his friend Nikki (Inde Navarrette) to fall in love with him — resulting in horrifying consequences. Wikipedia
The film was inspired when Barker watched an episode of The Simpsons where “Bart gets a monkey paw and causes a bunch of chaos,” turning that concept into a twisted psychological horror about the dangers of wish-fulfillment. aol
For more on the director’s breakout success, check out the Curry Barker Wikipedia page.
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FAQs
Q: Will there definitely be an Obsession 2?
While Barker has confirmed he has an idea for a sequel, nothing is officially greenlit yet — he’s prioritizing other projects and said he’s in no rush to make one.
Q: When could we realistically expect Obsession 2 to come out?
If it happens, Barker suggested it could be anywhere from a few years to five or six years down the road — so don’t expect it before 2029 or 2030 at the earliest.
