Virtual Obsession (1998): cast, story & where to watch

1998 · Film · ★ 5.8

Virtual Obsession poster

Released in 1998, Virtual Obsession is a thriller, science fiction and tv movie film directed by Mick Garris, running about 135 minutes.

What it’s about. If you were a brilliant young scientist diagnosed with only months to live, what choices would you make? To have faith that you were taken early for a reason and go quietly, or to use cryogenics to hope you could be cured someday in the future, or to download your consciousness into computer memory where you could still continue to interact with the ones you love?

Who’s in it. Virtual Obsession stars Peter Gallagher as Dr. Joe Messenger, Mimi Rogers as Karen Messenger, Jake Lloyd as Jack and Andy Comeau as Tom Inman, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Virtual Obsession has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Virtual Obsession page.

If you liked it. Fans of Virtual Obsession tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Virtual Obsession (1998)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Virtual Obsession change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Virtual Obsession worth watching?
Virtual Obsession holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, science fiction and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Virtual Obsession?
Virtual Obsession stars Peter Gallagher, Mimi Rogers, Jake Lloyd, Andy Comeau and Robert Vaughn.
When was Virtual Obsession released?
Virtual Obsession was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 135 minutes.