Obsession has crossed the $286.5 million global mark, making it the highest-grossing film ever acquired at a festival. The toxic romance thriller from Focus Features and Blumhouse continues to climb toward $300M.
From London to Mumbai to Mexico City to Riyadh, audiences are drawn to Nikki and Bear's turbulent romance. The film has found audiences across multiple continents.
This surpasses the previous record held by The Blair Witch Project, which held the festival acquisition crown for decades. Get Out did not reach these numbers. Obsession has broken the record by a significant margin.
The film was auctioned at the festival after its premiere, meaning distributors saw the cultural momentum and committed resources accordingly. The global box office has rewarded that investment substantially.
A relationship drama—not a superhero tentpole or legacy franchise—is commanding this level of worldwide interest. The focus on toxic romance as a genre reflects current audience priorities. Nikki and Bear's story is resonating globally.
As Obsession approaches the $300M threshold, the film continues to generate discussion and analysis. The box office shows no signs of slowing.
