Dark Obsession (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1990, Dark Obsession is a thriller and drama film directed by Nick Broomfield, running about 100 minutes. “The jealousy inside a man's heart... can be the deadliest weapon of all” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Hugo Buckton seems to have it all: He is apparently rich and has a beautiful wife and a doting son. In actuality, though, Hugo is having money problems and is paranoid that his wife is cheating on him. After a boozy night at a party, Hugo hits and kills a woman with his car -- and at his friends' urging, keeps driving. When Hugo starts receiving letters from someone who knows about the accident, he begins to suspect that he has been set up.
Who’s in it. Dark Obsession stars Gabriel Byrne as Hugo, Amanda Donohoe as Ginny, Michael Hordern as Lord Crewne and Douglas Hodge as Jamie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Dark Obsession has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $336.8K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dark Obsession page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dark Obsession tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dark Obsession (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dark Obsession change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dark Obsession worth watching?
- Dark Obsession holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dark Obsession?
- Dark Obsession stars Gabriel Byrne, Amanda Donohoe, Michael Hordern, Douglas Hodge and Judy Parfitt.
- When was Dark Obsession released?
- Dark Obsession was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.