GoKawiilNetflix Reportedly Sought Streaming Rights to Horror Film 'Obsession'
Netflix wanted to acquire Curry Barker's horror film 'Obsession' but planned to release it directly on its streaming service rather than in theaters, according to reports. The film instead went a different route, ultimately reaching audiences through a theatrical release.
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The report suggests Netflix continues to weigh streaming-first strategies against theatrical distribution when acquiring buzzy independent films, a tension that has shaped the industry for years. Choosing theaters over a Netflix deal could indicate filmmakers and distributors still see box-office exposure as valuable for building a title's reputation before wider streaming availability.
- Netflix reportedly wanted 'Obsession' for direct streaming release
- The film avoided a straight-to-streaming deal in favor of theaters
- The decision reflects ongoing tension between streaming and theatrical distribution models
Source: gizmodo.com, 2026-09-29
Published there as: “Netflix Wanted ‘Obsession’ and Wouldn’t Have Released It in Theaters”
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