Movie

Obsession

“A bizarre story of love.”

★ 6.7(319)19761h 39m

Obsession is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Cinefil Wow Plus Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Artiflix and FOD in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. Availability checked 13 June 2026.

Where to watch Obsession

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Good to know

Director: Brian De Palma
Release date: 1976-08-01
Runtime: 1h 39m
Language: English
Box office: $4,468,000
Budget: $1,400,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Yellowbird Productions

Obsession — trailer

About Obsession

Obsession is a 1976 movie in the Thriller, Mystery and Drama genres, directed by Brian De Palma, starring Cliff Robertson, Geneviève Bujold and John Lithgow. It has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 319 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Obsession in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A wealthy New Orleans businessman becomes obsessed with a young woman who resembles his late wife.

Cast

Cliff Robertson

Michael Courtland

Geneviève Bujold

Elizabeth Courtland / Sandra Portinari

John Lithgow

Robert Lasalle

Sylvia Kuumba Williams

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Wanda Blackman

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Obsession in Japan?+

In Japan, you can stream Obsession on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Cinefil Wow Plus Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Artiflix and FOD. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.

Is Obsession on Netflix?+

Obsession is not on Netflix in Japan right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Cinefil Wow Plus Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Artiflix and FOD.

How long is Obsession?+

Obsession has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

Who stars in Obsession?+

Obsession stars Cliff Robertson, Geneviève Bujold, John Lithgow, Sylvia Kuumba Williams and Wanda Blackman.

When did Obsession come out?+

Obsession is a 1976 movie directed by Brian De Palma.

What genre is Obsession?+

Obsession is Thriller, Mystery and Drama film.

Who directed Obsession?+

Obsession was directed by Brian De Palma.