Obsession (2026)
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Obsession is streaming in New Zealand on HBO Max.
What the audience says
Obsession rates well above most English films. It holds an 8.2/10 on TMDB from 6,302 ratings, well above what most films manage. It runs a manageable 109 minutes. In New Zealand you can stream it on HBO Max.
Critics were won over, largely on the strength of the performances. — distilled from critics' published reviews
FilmyChill data: reached streaming in New Zealand 156 days after its theatrical release, on HBO Max.
Should you spend 1h 49m on it?
1h 49m of English horror, leaning thriller. With 6,302 ratings behind it, the number isn't going to move much — you know what you're getting.
Don't watch this if…
- kids are in the room. This one is rated R16
- you're after a gentle scare. It's rated R16
- Why
- An 8.2/10 that holds up over 6,302 ratings, which puts it at the top of the current list.
- Skip if
- you want to sleep afterwards
- Best for
- A normal night, nothing to plan around
Story
After breaking the mysterious "One Wish Willow" to win his crush's heart, a hopeless romantic finds himself getting exactly what he asked for but soon discovers that some desires come at a dark, sinister price.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 49m |
| Watch with family? | R16 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Horror / Thriller |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Curry Barker
Cast
Where to watch in New Zealand
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 18 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: All HBO Max titles in New Zealand · Everything that arrived in October 2026
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