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Obsession

6.719761h 39mPGMovieThrillerMysteryDrama

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

DirectorBrian De Palma
WritersBrian De Palma·Paul Schrader
ProducersRobert S. Bremson·Harry N. Blum

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Cast · Directed by Brian De Palma

CRCliff Robertson
Cliff Robertson
Michael Courtland
GBGeneviève Bujold
Geneviève Bujold
Elizabeth Courtland / Sandra Portinari
JLJohn Lithgow
John Lithgow
Robert Lasalle
SW
Sylvia Kuumba Williams
Maid
WB
Wanda Blackman
Amy Courtland
JMJ. Patrick McNamara
J. Patrick McNamara
Third Kidnapper
SR
Stanley J. Reyes
Inspector Brie
NK
Nick Kreiger
Farber
SFStocker Fontelieu
Stocker Fontelieu
Dr. Ellman
DHDon Hood
Don Hood
Ferguson
AE
Andrea Esterhazy
D'Annunzio
TC
Thomas Carr
Paperboy

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Obsession — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Obsession?

Obsession is streaming on Criterion Channel, Hollywood Suite and Artiflix in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Obsession on Netflix?

No, Obsession is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and Hollywood Suite.

Is Obsession on Amazon Prime Video?

Obsession isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Obsession for free?

Obsession is available on Criterion Channel and Hollywood Suite in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.