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How far would you go for a front-row seat to fame? That\u2019s the question at the heart of Lurker<\/em>, a new film<\/a> from The Bear<\/em> writer Alex Russell. In the movie, which hits theaters Aug. 22, Th\u00e9odore Pellerin plays Matthew, whose chance encounter with rising musician Oliver (Archie Madekwe) leads to him joining the performer\u2019s inner circle. But it\u2019s not easy being on the inside, and the more desperate Matthew becomes to stay close to Oliver, the less Oliver wants him around \u2014 leading Matthew to make a series of disturbing choices in which he succeeds at flipping his dynamic with Oliver on its head.<\/p>\n Lurker <\/em>is not the first movie to give us insight into the joys \u2014 and inherent dangers \u2014 of obsession. The film, which currently has a 96% score on Rotten Tomatoes<\/a>, fits firmly into a growing subgenre of movies that are about getting as close as possible to the object of one\u2019s unrelenting obsession.<\/p>\n Eager to watch more? Here are some other movies to check out next.<\/p>\n The upcoming Anniversary <\/em>stars Bridgerton<\/em>\u2019s Phoebe Dynevor as a young woman named Liz who worms her way into the family of her former professor (played by Diane Lane) when she dates her son (Dylan O\u2019Brien). But Liz, who is associated with a \u201cradical\u201d political movement, has an agenda \u2014 and her parasitic relationship to her old teacher\u2019s family comes with devastating consequences.<\/p>\n Where to watch: <\/strong>In theaters, Oct. 29<\/p>\n The rich are different \u2014 and quite easily manipulated \u2014 in filmmaker Emerald Fennell\u2019s Saltburn<\/em>, about Oxford student Oliver (Barry Keoghan) who befriends upper-crust classmate Felix (Jacob Elordi) and joins him for a summer on his family\u2019s sprawling estate. But by the time the family decides they don\u2019t want Oliver around, he\u2019s already sunk his claws into their lives and is refusing to let go.<\/p>\n Where to watch: <\/strong>Prime Video<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n In this black comedy, Ingrid (Aubrey Plaza) is a loner with no friends \u2014 well, in real life, at least. When she starts following free-spirited Venice Beach Instagram influencer Taylor (Elizabeth Olsen), Ingrid decides to head out to California to befriend her. It works \u2014 for a while. But when Ingrid can\u2019t quite hide her obsession, things fall apart fast, and Ingrid<\/em> spirals to comedic, and honestly, really sad, results.<\/p>\n Where to watch: <\/strong>Tubi<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Nina (Natalie Portman) has always wanted to be the star of her ballet company, but her shy, demure personality means she often fades into the background. But when the uninhibited Lily (Mila Kunis) joins the company, it sparks an intense connection \u2014 and rivalry. Nina\u2019s fascination with Lily draws out a darker side Nina has never seen before.<\/p>\n Where to watch: Rent or buy on <\/strong>Prime Video<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n While the 2024 Netflix series starring Andrew Scott also told the story of author Patricia Highsmith\u2019s famous con artist Tom Ripley, the 1999 film, starring Matt Damon as the titular character, portrays Ripley as a person obsessed. The object of his desire is shipping heir and playboy Dickie Greenleaf (Jude Law) \u2014 he can\u2019t help but want to be a part of his world. Unfortunately, Ripley\u2019s Italian vacation with Dickie takes a violent turn \u2014 and soon, Ripley isn\u2019t just living in Dickie\u2019s world but is literally using his name and identity.<\/p>\n Where to watch: Rent or buy on <\/strong>Prime Video<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n When Allie (Bridget Fonda) puts out an ad for a new roommate in the paper after a breakup, Hedy (Jennifer Jason Leigh) shows up at her door \u2014 and at first, everything seems great. Then, Hedy starts getting weird: copying Allie\u2019s appearance, sabotaging her relationships and eventually trying to take over her life. As things escalate, Hedy\u2019s violent nature is revealed, leading to a showdown between these two roommates.<\/p>\n A new version of Single White Female<\/em><\/a>\u00a0<\/em>is currently in development, with Jenna Ortega and Taylor Russell reportedly in consideration for the lead roles.<\/p>\nAnniversary<\/em><\/strong> (2025)<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Saltburn<\/em><\/strong> (2023)<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Ingrid Goes West<\/em><\/strong> (2017)<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Black Swan<\/em><\/strong> (2010)<\/strong><\/h2>\n
The Talented Mr. Ripley<\/em><\/strong> (1999)<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Single White Female<\/em><\/strong> (1992)<\/strong><\/h2>\n