We all want to be loved, and have even probably wished for it to happen with someone we have feelings for… but never quite in this way. Focus Features has just dropped an insanely heavy first trailer for supernatural horror movie Obsession, which takes love wishes to an uncomfortable extreme.
Having premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival 2025 – and coming runner up for the People’s Choice Award – Obsession certainly made its mark on audiences with a 97% Tomatometer score, and now it’s your turn when it’s released in cinemas on the 15th May.
The story begins when Bear, played by Michael Johnston, decides his naturally developing relationship with his best friend Nikki (Inde Navarrette) needs to be helped along, and when he finds a mysterious novelty item called a ‘One Wish Willow’ he wishes Nikki would love him “more than anything in the world”. After that, it takes a sinister turn to say the least.
According to the official synopsis:
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.
Watch the full trailer below:
Yep, that’s definitely a disturbing, uncomfortable watch that’s certainly had a lot of buzz! Which of course means I can’t wait for this to hit cinemas.
And, just to reiterate, you’ll be able to watch Obsession for yourself when it’s released on the 15th May. Add it to your calendars!
What do you think of the first trailer for Obsession? Will you be watching? Comment below to have your say.
