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Obsessed

2009Movie1 h 48 minPG-13

DramaThriller
40
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb5.1Letterboxd2.6/5Metacritic256.4
40
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb5.1Letterboxd2.6/5Metacritic256.4

Summary

Things couldn't be better for Derek Charles. He's just received a big promotion at work, and has a wonderful marriage with his beautiful wife, Sharon. However, into this idyllic world steps Lisa, a temporary worker at Derek's office. Lisa begins to stalk Derek, jeopardizing all he holds dear.

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  • Binge-friendly
  • Adults
  • Partner watch

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  • You want something to laugh at

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Cast

18 of 18

Crew

Directed by
Steve Shill
Written by
David Loughery
Produced by
Will Packer, George Flynn, Nicolas Stern
Music by
Jim Dooley

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Facts

February 26, 2009 · 1 h 48 min · PG-13

Released
February 26, 2009
Runtime
1 h 48 min
Age rating
PG-13
Content
Violence, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama, Thriller
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Budget
$20 million
Box office
$74 million
Available in
93 countries

Tropes

Aborted Arc, Double Standard: Abuse, Female on Male, Flat Character +9

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Obsessed?"

Questions about Obsessed

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Where can I stream Obsessed?

HuluKanopy

In the United States, Obsessed streams on Hulu, and it is free with ads on Kanopy. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 22 other countries.

Is Obsessed worth watching?

40
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 40 (IMDb 5.1, Letterboxd 2.6 out of 5, and Metacritic 25). Audiences rate it higher (56 out of 100) than critics (25).

Is Obsessed okay for kids?

PG-13ViolenceSexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery

Better for older viewers: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for violence, sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for adults.

Will I feel good after watching Obsessed?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 7 of 10 for bleakness and 3 for melancholy, against 2 for hopefulness.

Was Obsessed a box office hit?

Budget$20 million
Box office$74 million

Yes: it cost about $20 million to make and earned $74 million worldwide, 3.7 times its budget.

What tropes does Obsessed use?

Aborted ArcDouble Standard: Abuse, Female on MaleFlat CharacterAttempted RapeFaux Final LineAren't You Going to Ravish Me?Pet HomosexualLack of EmpathyLady in RedArtistic License – LawWhat the Hell, Hero?Manipulative Bitchand 33 more

TV Tropes lists 45 tropes for it, including Aborted Arc, Double Standard: Abuse, Female on Male, and Flat Character.