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‘Obsession’ EP Sues Over Allegedly Being Scammed Out Of Promised Profits From High-Grossing Horror Hit

The executive producer of the horror hit 'Obsession' is suing for profits she claims were promised but never paid.

By · Published September 3, 2026  21:19 UTC · Updated September 4, 2026  08:30 UTC

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An executive producer filed a lawsuit against the production company after alleging she was cut out of profits and scammed following the horror film's high-grossing box office success. The coverage did not establish a definitive resolution or further developments beyond the initial filings.

Epilogue added 42d ago, after coverage quieted.

Questions people are asking

Who is suing the production company of 'Obsession'?

Leonora Ann Darby, the executive producer of 'Obsession', is suing the production company.

What is the basis of the lawsuit?

Darby alleges she was promised a share of the profits but was cut out after the film became a success.

How much has 'Obsession' grossed?

The film has grossed over $500 million at the box office.

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 16 distinct news outlets with 18 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 18.
  • Primary Driver: The executive producer of the horror hit 'Obsession' is suing for profits she claims were promised but never paid.
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will remain a dominant headline through tomorrow.
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The executive producer of the horror film 'Obsession' is suing the production company for allegedly being scammed out of profits. The lawsuit centers on allegations that Darby was promised a share of the profits but was pushed out of the project after it became a success.

The film's journey to the box office was tumultuous, with coverage from IMDb and Dread Central describing it as having gone through the wringer before becoming a horror masterpiece. The lawsuit has drawn attention from major entertainment outlets, including Collider, Vulture, and Entertainment Weekly.

The open question is whether the court will side with Darby and award her the profits she claims were promised. The outcome of the lawsuit could set a precedent for how profits are shared in the film industry, particularly in cases where an executive producer plays a pivotal role in a film's success.

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