Curry Barker Unveils New Horror Short 'Mama Bear' on YouTube
Director of 'Obsession' releases a five-minute horror film featuring familiar faces from the industry.
Curry Barker, renowned for his work on the horror film 'Obsession', has unveiled a new short titled 'Mama Bear' on YouTube, marking another step in his creative journey within the genre 123. This latest release is a concise five-minute piece, offering viewers a quick yet chilling experience 12.
The short features Jon Lee Richardson as Floyd, adding a layer of star power to the project 2. Alongside him, Katie Sarife, Ericka Kreuz, and Joshua Snyder lend their talents to the cast, rounding out the ensemble with notable performances 2. One of the central characters is named Bear, portrayed by Michael Johnston, bringing a unique twist to the narrative 3.
While 'Mama Bear' stands on its own merits, it also serves as a reminder of Barker’s previous successes. Following the acclaim for 'Obsession', Inde Navarrette garnered critical praise and even generated Oscar buzz for her role in the film 3. This recognition paved the way for Navarrette to secure a part in the 'X-Men' reboot, further cementing her status in the entertainment world 3.
Barker’s career trajectory has seen significant growth since 'Obsession'. He has inked an impressive eight-figure deal with Universal and Blumhouse, solidifying his position as a sought-after director in the realm of horror films 3. This deal not only speaks to his talent but also to the growing interest in innovative storytelling within the genre.
Interestingly, Curry Barker shares creative space with Cooper Tomlinson, who is both a director and star in 'Anything But Ghosts', showcasing a collaborative spirit within the filmmaking community 3.
What we know
- Curry Barker released a new horror short called 'Mama Bear' on YouTube 123
- 'Mama Bear' is approximately five minutes long 12
- Jon Lee Richardson stars in 'Mama Bear' as Floyd 2
- Katie Sarife, Ericka Kreuz, and Joshua Snyder co-star in 'Mama Bear' 2
- One of the main characters in 'Mama Bear' is named Bear, played by Michael Johnston 3
- Inde Navarrette received critical acclaim and Oscar buzz for her role in 'Obsession' 3
- Navarrette was cast as Rogue in the 'X-Men' reboot following 'Obsession's success 3
- Barker signed an eight-figure deal with Universal and Blumhouse after 'Obsession' 3
- Cooper Tomlinson and Curry Barker are both directors and stars in 'Anything But Ghosts' 3
Verification report
Likely accurate — probability of truth 66%, weighted across 16 claims from 3 independent outlets.
- confirmed Curry Barker released a new horror short called 'Mama Bear' on YouTube. (93%)
- confirmed Curry Barker is the director of the horror film Obsession. (85%)
- confirmed 'Mama Bear' is approximately five minutes long. (85%)
- likely Jon Lee Richardson stars in 'Mama Bear' as Floyd. (71%)
- likely Katie Sarife, Ericka Kreuz, and Joshua Snyder co-star in 'Mama Bear'. (71%)
- likely One of the main characters in 'Mama Bear' is named Bear, played by Michael Johnston. (71%)
- likely Inde Navarrette received critical acclaim and Oscar buzz for her role in 'Obsession'. (71%)
- likely Navarrette was cast as Rogue in the 'X-Men' reboot following 'Obsession's success. (71%)
- likely Barker signed an eight-figure deal with Universal and Blumhouse after 'Obsession'. (71%)
- likely Cooper Tomlinson and Curry Barker are both directors and stars in 'Anything But Ghosts'. (71%)
- unverified 'Mama Bear' is available for viewing on Curry Barker's YouTube channel named 'that's a bad idea'. (50%)
- unverified 'Mama Bear' was sponsored by Microsoft. (50%)
- unverified 'Obsession' grossed over $500 million at the global box office. (50%)
- unverified 'Obsession' earned $519 million globally. (50%)
- unverified Curry Barker's next feature film, 'Anything But Ghosts', is scheduled for release on May 7, 2027. (50%)
- unverified Curry Barker will release a new film titled 'Anything But Ghosts' in May 2027. (50%)
Sources
- The Verge — The director of Obsession put a new horror short on YouTube
https://www.theverge.com/streaming/1022934/curry-barker-obsession-horror-short-youtube-mama-bear - IndieWire — Curry Barker Drops Surprise New Short Film ‘Mama Bear’ — Watch
https://www.indiewire.com/news/general-news/curry-barker-directs-new-short-film-mama-bear-watch-1235224619/ - Variety — ‘Obsession’ Director Curry Barker Debuts Shocking New Short Film ‘Mama Bear,’ Just in Time for Halloween
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/curry-barker-mama-bear-short-film-obsession-1236932639/