Obsession, the new horror film from viral sketch creator Curry Barker, has earned strong early critical consensus that positions it as the best-reviewed wide release of 2026. Fresh reviews praise its unsettling blend of psychological dread, dark humor, and emotional depth, pushing the Tomatometer into the mid-to-high 90s across more than 100 critics and securing Certified Fresh status. This momentum mirrors recent genre standouts like last year’s Sinners, with guild and critic circles highlighting its fresh take on obsession tropes. As additional reviews and audience scores roll in following its theatrical debut, traders will watch for any late shifts before the score locks in, especially given how quickly horror films can polarize once wider viewership data emerges.