Obsession (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1997, Obsession is a thriller, drama, romance and music film directed by Peter Sehr, running about 111 minutes. “There Is No Easy Way Out” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two men become entangled in a torrid love affair with the same woman. Pierre is Miriam's longtime lover. John is desperately searching for clues about his past when he and Miriam have a fateful encounter in a Berlin train station. The allure of forbidden love becomes irresistible, and an intense love triangle is ignited. Who will Miriam choose? Who will walk away? For two men who desperately adore the same woman and for the woman who loves them equally...there is no easy way out.
Who’s in it. Obsession stars Heike Makatsch as Miriam Auerbach, Daniel Craig as John MacHale, Seymour Cassel as Jacob Frischmuth and Allen Garfield as Simon Frischmuth, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Obsession has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Obsession page.
If you liked it. Fans of Obsession tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Obsession (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Obsession change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Obsession worth watching?
- Obsession holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Obsession?
- Obsession stars Heike Makatsch, Daniel Craig, Seymour Cassel, Allen Garfield and Marie-Christine Barrault.
- When was Obsession released?
- Obsession was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.