Obsession collected $8.1M on Sunday (Day 17), taking its US domestic total to $104.8M.
The micro-budget horror continues to outperform expectations with impressive third-week numbers.
Performance Analysis
Obsession added $8.1M on Day 17. With just a $1 million budget, the film has now achieved an extraordinary 104.77x ratio — one of the highest returns of the year. The sustained strong performance in Week 3 is driven by exceptional word-of-mouth and viral social media discussions.
The film’s clever marketing, intense atmosphere, and Michael Johnston’s committed lead performance have turned it into a genuine audience favourite. Many viewers have returned for second and third screenings, bringing friends and family along. This organic growth has allowed the horror title to maintain high occupancy even as newer releases enter the market.
Overseas has added $43.2M so far. The Sunday figure of $8.1M confirms that Obsession is still drawing significant crowds well into its third week.
Smart use of tension-building techniques, sound design, and minimal but effective visuals has maximised impact on a limited budget.
In summary, Obsession is delivering remarkable third week strength and stands as one of the biggest success stories of the year.