Horror hit Obsession knocks Ryan Gosling sci-fi off top spot
Blumhouse horror hit Obsession has overtaken Ryan Gosling's Project Hail Mary on Prime Video's US streaming charts within a day of its premium release, though Gosling's sci-fi epic still leads globally. The $750,000 indie earned more than $370 million theatrically and now sits third domestically, directly behind The Devil Wears Prada 2.
Key Takeaways
- Obsession dethroned Project Hail Mary on Prime Video's domestic charts in one day, per Collider.
- Ryan Gosling's film still tops Prime Video's global rankings after its July 3 debut following a 105-day theatrical window.
- Obsession was made for $750,000 and grossed over $370 million worldwide — a stark contrast to Project Hail Mary's $683 million haul.
- Both titles are available to stream on Prime Video now.
- The shift highlights how micro-budget hits can disrupt even the year's biggest studio releases on streaming.
Why Did Obsession Overtake Ryan Gosling on Prime Video?
According to Collider, Obsession climbed Prime Video's domestic chart almost immediately after arriving on premium video-on-demand. Ryan Gosling's Project Hail Mary had dominated the platform since its worldwide streaming debut on Friday, July 3, but the Blumhouse thriller proved an overnight disruptor.
Obsession is written and directed by YouTuber Curry Barker in his feature film debut. Despite a reported budget of just $750,000, it earned more than $370 million at the global box office and continues to build momentum on streaming.
Domestically, Obsession now ranks third, sitting behind The Devil Wears Prada 2. Project Hail Mary, meanwhile, retains the number-one spot on Prime Video's global charts.
What Makes Project Hail Mary a Streaming Hit?
Project Hail Mary arrived on Prime Video after a 105-day theatrical window, as Deadline reported. Amazon MGM Studios followed a traditional release path — theaters, then PVOD, then MGM+ on June 18, before the title landed on Prime Video.
Ryan Gosling stars as Ryland Grace, a reluctant middle school science teacher and molecular biologist recruited for a one-way space mission to save Earth. Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller from Andy Weir's 2021 novel, the film blends humor, isolation, and Gosling's chemistry with his alien companion Rocky.
The film has grossed over $683 million worldwide, making it the third-highest global earner of 2026 so far. Amazon MGM Studios is also pushing it for awards consideration this year.
How Did a $750,000 Horror Film Outpace a Blockbuster?
The contrast in economics is striking. Obsession's micro-budget model delivered one of 2026's biggest theatrical surprises, while Project Hail Mary represents a major studio investment with near-unanimous critical praise. For audiences tracking how content economics shape platform rankings, shifts like this mirror the volatility seen across Fintech & Crypto Alerts — where small players can suddenly reorder established leaders.
Yahoo Entertainment highlighted why Gosling's performance resonated: Grace is an unlikely hero who says, "I put the 'not' in astronaut," bringing charm and self-preservation to a story of hope. That warmth helped Project Hail Mary become a word-of-mouth sensation in theaters and on streaming — but Obsession's horror buzz proved equally irresistible at home.
Where Can You Stream Both Films?
Both Obsession and Project Hail Mary are streaming on Prime Video. Gosling's sci-fi epic remains the platform's top title worldwide, even as Obsession reshuffles the US leaderboard. Whether you prefer Barker's breakout horror or Gosling's space odyssey, Prime Video currently hosts the two most talked-about films in its July 2026 lineup.