- Primary Subject: Curry Barker's next movie
- Key Update: Following the record-breaking box office success of Obsession, director Curry Barker has signed a massive deal for his next movie.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: June 19, 2026
- Quick Answer: Obsession director Curry Barker is partnering with Universal and Blumhouse for his next movie, an original horror project backed by a massive eight-figure deal.
Obsession director Curry Barker has officially set up his next project following the massive box office success of the film.
In the last few weeks, we've seen the low-budget horror film dominate the box office charts and become a massive sensation despite facing competition from mainstream studio titles. It has now become the highest-grossing film in Focus Features' history and puts a spotlight on Barker as one of the biggest voices in the horror genre today.
What is Curry Barker's Next Movie?
The Hollywood Reporter revealed that Curry Barker has signed on to do his next film with Universal Film Group and Blumhouse Atomic Monster, continuing their partnership after the success of Obsession.
Just like the new film, Barker will serve as director, writer, and producer of the project. It is also described as a "rich eight-figure deal," a massive upgrade from the low-budget production of Obsession, which reportedly cost $750,000.
The details regarding the plot of the untitled next movie are still under wraps, but it is said to be an "original horror idea." In other words, don't expect it to be a sequel, spinoff, or prequel to Obsession or a franchise expansion at all.
Barker said in the statement, "This film is something I’ve been excited to make for a while, and I’m thrilled to be reteaming with Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Universal Film Group for it. They’ve built the kind of home for bold, original storytelling that every filmmaker dreams of, and I couldn’t imagine better collaborators for this film."
The project will mark Barker's third feature film, following Obsession and the upcoming Anything But Ghosts, which was filmed earlier this year before Obsession was released in theaters worldwide. The latter is also in partnership with Focus Features and Blumhouse.
We will likely hear more details about the project in the coming months, so stay tuned for more news.
What is Obsession About?
Obsession follows a hopeless romantic who snaps a branch from the mysterious "One Wish Willow" to win over his crush. While his wish comes true, he quickly learns that some desires carry a dark, sinister price.
The concept for the film was pitched by Curry Barker, who drew partial inspiration from an episode of The Simpsons. Shot in Los Angeles on a modest $750,000 budget, Obsession marks Barker's first feature film to receive a theatrical release.
It made its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. It sparked a massive bidding war, leading Focus Features to acquire the distribution rights for a historic $14–$15 million. Jason Blum also joined the project as an executive producer under Blumhouse Productions.
When it was released in theaters last May, it became an absolute juggernaut. It was lauded by critics and audiences alike and became Focus Features' highest-grossing film of all time.
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