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Obsession’s Star and Director Say They’re Open to a Sequel

Their willingness has heightened studio interest in expanding the low‑budget hit, with production likely delayed by Navarrette’s MCU commitments and Barker’s other projects.

Overview

  • Inde Navarrette told The Hollywood Reporter on Wednesday that she is “totally open” to returning as Nikki and suggested a follow-up would center on the character beginning a grief process.
  • Writer‑director Curry Barker has publicly explored two paths to expand the One Wish Willow concept, weighing a direct sequel against an anthology of other wish stories.
  • Obsession’s commercial success — reported to have cost under $1 million to make and to have grossed roughly $520–$522 million worldwide — creates strong financial incentive for further films or series.
  • Practical timing is the main hurdle because Navarrette is attached to high‑profile projects including Marvel’s X‑Men reboot as Rogue and Barker has other directing commitments.
  • The original film remains widely available on Peacock, and the combination of viral cultural momentum, strong reviews, and box‑office returns is keeping studio and fan interest in any continuation high.