Universal invests more in Curry Barker's Obsession after strong box office performance
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William Hughes
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Curry Barker's horror film Obsession is performing exceptionally well at the box office in 2026, competing with major franchises and even outperforming The Mandalorian And Grogu domestically. The film is running neck-and-neck with Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day for second place behind Toy Story 5. Universal Pictures is quickly investing more money and developing additional projects with Barker, following the trend of YouTube-origin horror directors finding major theatrical success.
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The A.V. ClubUniversal invests more in Curry Barker's Obsession after strong box office performanceavclub.comKey quotes
· 3 pulled2026 is turning out to be a phenomenally good year for horror directors who got their start on YouTube
Both movies have managed to beat The Mandalorian And Grogu with their domestic takes
Barker's film will be running neck-and-neck with Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day to see who comes in second to Toy Story 5 this weekend
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