A teaser for the upcoming horror film ‘Obsession’ was released by Lionsgate and The Picture Company. The film, set for a wide theatrical release in 2026, is being directed by Parker Finn, known for ‘Smile’. The project has entered its early production phase.
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The 15-second teaser, released online, features a static shot of a beige rotary telephone on a wooden surface. The phone begins to ring with a shrill, classic bell sound. The clip ends with the text “Obsession” appearing on screen, followed by the release window “In Theaters 2026.”
Parker Finn is directing the film and also writing the screenplay. Finn’s previous film, ‘Smile’, was a major box office success for Paramount Pictures in 2022.
The new project is a production between Lionsgate and The Picture Company. Alex Heineman and Andrew Rona from The Picture Company are producing alongside Parker Finn.
Plot details remain officially undisclosed. The film is currently in the early stages of production ahead of its scheduled 2026 theatrical release.
Summary
Lionsgate and The Picture Company have launched the first teaser for their new horror movie, ‘Obsession’. The brief video focuses on a ringing rotary telephone, revealing only the title and a 2026 release date.
The film will be directed by Parker Finn, the filmmaker behind the successful 2022 horror hit ‘Smile’. Finn is also responsible for the screenplay.
While the exact plot is being kept secret, the project is now in early production. The studios have confirmed a wide theatrical release is planned for 2026.
FAQs
**When will ‘Obsession’ be released?**
‘Obsession’ is scheduled for a wide theatrical release in 2026. An exact date within that year has not yet been announced.
Who is directing the film?
The film is being directed by Parker Finn, who also wrote the screenplay. Finn previously directed the horror film ‘Smile’ for Paramount.
What is the movie about?
Specific plot details have not been disclosed by the studios. The only promotional material so far is a teaser featuring a ringing rotary telephone.
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