Obsession (2023)
Genre: Erotic Thriller, Drama
Runtime: 1 Season (4 Episodes)
Release Date: April 13, 2023
Writers: Josephine Hart, Benji Walters, Morgan Lloyd Malcolm
Language: English
Streaming On: Netflix
Overview
Obsession is a tense, four-part limited series that delves into the destructive nature of forbidden desire and the catastrophic fallout of a double life.
The story follows William, a highly respected London surgeon whose seemingly perfect life unravels when he is introduced to Anna, his son Jay's new fiancée. Before they are even formally introduced, William and Anna lock eyes, sparking an immediate and uncontrollable physical attraction. What begins as a fleeting spark quickly spirals into an intense, all-consuming erotic infatuation.
As their dangerous affair intensifies, Anna attempts to maintain both relationships, establishing strict rules for William to follow to keep their secret hidden. However, William's resolve and sanity are severely tested—especially when Anna travels to Paris with his son. As the lines of the cat-and-mouse game blur, the truth threatens to come to light, inevitably changing the course of their lives forever.
Main Cast
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Richard Armitage as William (The respected London surgeon)
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Charlie Murphy as Anna (Jay's fiancée)
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Indira Varma as Ingrid (William's wife)
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Sonera Angel as Sally
Show Highlights
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High-Stakes Taboo: The central premise forces viewers into an uncomfortable, high-tension scenario as a father risks his family, career, and his own son's happiness for a dangerous obsession.
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Psychological Power Play: Explores the shifting power dynamics in the affair, particularly how Anna dictates the rules of their encounters while William becomes increasingly unhinged and desperate.
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Bingeable Format: Crafted as a tightly contained limited series with only four episodes (totaling roughly 2 hours and 35 minutes), making it a fast-paced, suspenseful watch.
Ratings
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JustWatch: 65%
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IMDb: 5.2/10
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Rotten Tomatoes: 25%
Where to Watch
Streaming On: Jimmeflix.com
All 4 episodes of the limited series are currently available for streaming.
