---
title: "Obsessed"
year: 2009
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/obsessed-2009-2"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 18807
imdb_id: "tt1439495"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 2
episodes_count: 21
runtime_minutes: 43
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 1
content_rating: "TV-PG"
---

# Obsessed (2009) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/obsessed-2009-2

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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[1] TMDB: "Obsessed" (2009) is a TV-PG documentary. It offers an honest and unflinching look at extreme anxiety disorders. It explores individuals with obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and hoarding, and the effects on family and friends. Participants undergo cognitive behavioral therapy to expose and manage fears.
[2] Wikipedia: Discusses a 2009 American psychological thriller film directed by Steve Shill, starring Idris Elba, Beyoncé, etc. Note: This is a different "Obsessed" (film vs TV series).
[3] IMDb: "Obsessed (TV Series 2009–2010)".
[4] TMDB: Same content as [1].
[5] TV Guide: Mentions anxiety disorders are common in the U.S. (general fact, not specific to the show's plot, but related to the subject).
[6] YouTube: Mariah Carey music video. *

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix | None | None |

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Dr. Shana Doronn** as *Self - OCD Therapist*
- **John Tsilimparis** as *Self - OCD Therapist*
- **Karen Pickett** as *Self - OCD Therapist*
- **Dr. Craig April** as *Self - OCD Therapist*
- **Dr. Becky Gladding** as *Self - Psychiatrist / OCD Specialist*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Obsessed online?
Obsessed is currently available to watch or stream on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Obsessed worth watching?
Obsessed holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 1 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary for fans of the genre.

### Q: How many seasons and episodes are in Obsessed, and how long does it take to binge?
Obsessed spans 2 seasons and 21 total episodes. A complete watch takes approximately 15.1 hours (at an average of 43 minutes per episode).

### Q: Which episodes of Obsessed are essential mytharc vs. filler?
Our interactive episode classifier tags all episodes of Obsessed by narrative importance: Crucial Mytharc (season premieres, finales, and canon turning points), Character Core, and Side Quest / Filler. Use our interactive checklist above to filter out standalone detours.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Obsessed — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/18807)
- [Obsessed (2009 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Obsessed_(2009_film))
- [Obsessed (TV Series 2009–2010) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1439495/epcast)
- [Obsessed (TV Series 2009) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/18807-obsessed/cast)
- [Obsessed - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/tvshows/obsessed/cast/1000314839/)
- [Mariah Carey - Obsessed (Official Music Video) - YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1Yt0xJKDY8)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*