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Cinema isn't dead after all as 2026 marked the biggest summer ever at the box office
The summer of 2026 marked the highest-grossing season ever at the US box office, earning $4.76 billion. This success was driven by major blockbusters like Spider-Man: Brand New Day and The Odyssey, as well as surprise hits and franchise sequels. Industry experts believe this resurgence has reminded audiences of the joy of moviegoing, potentially revitalizing the cinema industry.
Obsession star reportedly turned down Michael Mann's Heat 2 to star as Rogue in Marvel's X-Men
Actress Inde Navarrette reportedly turned down a role in Michael Mann's Heat 2 to play Rogue in Marvel's upcoming X-Men film. The decision comes after the success of her horror film Obsession. The X-Men movie is slated for a May 5, 2028 release.
2026’s Box Office Top 10 So Far: Toy Story 5 Out Front, Spider-Man Closing Fast
Toy Story 5 leads the 2026 box office with $1.06 billion, followed closely by Spider-Man: Brand New Day at $932 million. The list highlights strong international performance for films like Pegasus 3 and significant earnings from sequels and biopics such as The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and Michael.
Obsession star wants to play Mystique after meeting with MCU X-Men director
Obsession star Inde Navarrette expressed interest in playing Mystique in Marvel's upcoming X-Men film, having recently met with director Jake Schreier. Navarrette praised Schreier's work on Thunderbolts and hopes to prove her acting capabilities beyond her recent box office success.
Thanks to movies like The Odyssey and Obsession, 2026 is on track to be the biggest box office year since the pandemic
The year 2026 is projected to be the biggest box office year since 2019, with ticket sales on par with that pre-pandemic high. This success is driven by a diverse slate of films, including "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie," "Obsession," and "The Odyssey," alongside upcoming blockbusters like "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" and "Avengers: Doomsday." The article highlights a shift away from solely relying on superhero films, with comedies and original properties like "Obsession" also performing strongly.
Chirstopher Nolan celebrates Backrooms' success, believes younger generations are rejecting AI: 'Their judgement of AI slop has been immediate and harsh'
Director Christopher Nolan believes younger generations are actively rejecting AI-generated content, particularly in filmmaking, seeing it as "AI slop." He contrasts this with the success of indie horror films like "Backrooms" and "Obsession," which prioritize practical effects and tactile storytelling. Nolan suggests this rejection of AI is a reaction against overly virtual environments and a renewed interest in more tangible creative methods.
Christopher Nolan says Matt Damon's doubts about doing another movie like The Odyssey are "defeatist" because of the success of Backrooms and Obsession
Filmmaker Christopher Nolan believes that the success of films like Backrooms and Obsession proves that audiences will engage with longer, more complex movies, countering Matt Damon's doubts about the viability of epics like The Odyssey. Nolan cited the box office performance of these films as evidence that younger audiences have the attention span for lengthy narratives, despite concerns about modern viewing habits.
Own A 2026 Horror Favorite With The Obsession Collector’s Edition
The horror film "Obsession," directed by Curry Barker, is receiving a Collector's Edition Blu-ray release on July 14th. The film, which has been a commercial success, will be available in 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and digital formats, with the Collector's Edition including bonus features and commentary from Barker.
Obsession star is down to star in a Marvel movie after meeting with Thunderbolts and MCU X-Men director
Following the success of the horror film Obsession, star Inde Navarrette has expressed interest in starring in a Marvel Cinematic Universe film. She has met with Jake Schreier, director of the upcoming Thunderbolts movie and the MCU's X-Men film, and stated she would be open to a role. Navarrette aims to prove her acting capabilities extend beyond her breakout role in Obsession.
Obsession star teases Curry Barker's next "buddy comedy" turned horror movie: "It's like if Key and Peele walked into Hereditary"
Director Curry Barker is set to release his next film, 'Anything but Ghosts,' a horror-comedy about fake paranormal hunters that turns genuinely scary. The film, starring Cooper Tomlinson and Barker himself, is in the same universe as Barker's breakout hit 'Obsession,' which has grossed over $370 million worldwide. Barker also has a new take on 'The Texas Chainsaw Massacre' in development with Universal.
Obsession has officially passed Sinners to become the highest-grossing original live-action film of the decade so far
The horror film Obsession has become the highest-grossing original live-action film of the decade, earning approximately $371 million worldwide against a $750,000 budget. It surpassed Sinners, which grossed $370.3 million globally. Director Curry Barker is considering a sequel for Obsession but wants to wait several years.
Curry Barker says he has a "such a cool idea" for Obsession 2, but thinks people would be just as excited for…
Director Curry Barker has a "cool idea" for a sequel to his horror hit Obsession but prefers to wait several years before making it. He is also considering an anthology series based on the film's world and has upcoming projects including a Texas Chainsaw Massacre movie for A24 and a film titled Anything But Ghosts.
Film fans list the movies that didn't deserve to flop at the box office, including the new Masters of the Universe…
Film fans are discussing movies that underperformed at the box office despite critical acclaim. Titles like Masters of the Universe, Thunderbolts, Transformers One, Furiosa, and Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves are highlighted as examples of films that didn't deserve their commercial failure.
Unexpected horror hit Obsession makes it into top 10 highest grossing movies of 2026, and made more on its 25th day in…
The horror film Obsession has achieved significant box office success, ranking ninth among the highest-grossing movies of 2026 with $234.5 million globally. It also outperformed Avengers: Endgame, The Force Awakens, and Spider-Man: No Way Home in domestic earnings on its 25th day in theaters. Director Curry Barker expressed interest in a potential sequel or an anthology series based on the film's premise.
Horror is dominating the box office as Obsession and Backrooms outperform new Star Wars movie The Mandalorian and Grogu…
Original horror films 'Obsession' and 'Backrooms' are outperforming the new Star Wars movie 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' at the box office. 'Backrooms' set a new opening weekend record for A24, while 'Obsession' continues its strong run. Both horror movies had significantly smaller budgets than the Star Wars film, making their success particularly notable.
After an even better second weekend in theaters, new horror movie Obsession has made its production budget back almost…
The new horror film Obsession has achieved significant financial success, earning over $74 million worldwide against a production budget of under $1 million. This makes it one of the year's most profitable releases and the cheapest movie to top the box office in 17 years. Director Curry Barker is also planning a sequel and an anthology series based on the film's premise.
YouTuber Curry Barker opens up on the pressures of making his first feature film Obsession: "Before, if something…
Director Curry Barker discusses the pressures of making his first feature film, the critically acclaimed horror movie Obsession. Barker, who gained fame on YouTube for his horror-comedy shorts, reflects on the increased stakes and expectations for his subsequent projects, including a new Texas Chain Saw Massacre film.
Curry Barker says Obsession 2 is possible, but he'd rather make an anthology series and "invite other filmmakers to give their spin" on wishes gone bad
Filmmaker Curry Barker is open to the possibility of an 'Obsession 2' but is more excited about creating an anthology series based on the film's mythology. He envisions each episode featuring a different wish gone wrong, potentially inviting other directors to contribute their unique perspectives. Actors Michael Johnston and Inde Navarrette, who star in the upcoming horror film 'Obsession,' have expressed interest in working with Barker again in future projects.
"My journey doesn't feel that different from David Fincher or Steven Spielberg's": The new class of horror filmmakers is here, and they're all graduates of YouTube
A new wave of horror filmmakers is emerging from YouTube, leveraging their established fanbases and content creation skills to break into the film industry. Directors like Curry Barker and Kane Parsons, along with Markiplier's adaptation of Iron Lung, demonstrate a successful transition from online platforms to cinematic releases, often with a focus on fast-paced, engaging narratives.
"My job is to trick you": Obsession's Curry Barker on finding his own way to frighten horror fans and leaning into the "modern jumpscare"
Director Curry Barker discusses his approach to horror in the upcoming film Obsession, aiming to create a "modern jumpscare" that relies on unsettling moments rather than traditional scares. He contrasts this with predictable jumpscares, stating his goal is to surprise and trick the audience, drawing parallels to comedic timing.
