Backrooms (film)
No official tagline has been released for the film, as it is not yet in production.
Backrooms is an upcoming American science fiction psychological horror film directed and co-scored by Kane Parsons in his feature directorial debut, written by Will Soodik. Based on Parsons's web series inspired by the 'Backrooms' creepypasta, the film follows Clark, a furniture store owner, and his therapist Mary as they discover a dimension of endless liminal spaces. As of 2025, the film has not been released, so claims about its box office performance or record-breaking achievements are unsubstantiated.
Quick Facts
- Director
- Kane Parsons
- Writer
- Will Soodik
- Based On
- Backrooms · Kane Parsons
- Producer
- James Wan / Michael Clear / Roberto Patino / Shawn Levy / Dan Cohen / Dan Levine / Osgood Perkins / Chris Ferguson / Peter Chernin / Jenno Topping / Kori Adelson
- Starring
- Chiwetel Ejiofor / Renate Reinsve / Mark Duplass / Finn Bennett / Lukita Maxwell
- Cinematography
- Jeremy Cox
- Editing
- Greg Ng
- Music
- Edo Van Breemen / Kane Parsons
- Studio
- A24 / North Road FilmsPromotional material and the film itself use the Chernin Entertainment logo. / 21 Laps Entertainment / Atomic Monster / Phobos / Oddfellows Pictures
- Distributor
- A24
- Released
- 7 May 2026 · Aero Theatre · 2026 · 5 · 29 · United States
- Runtime
- 110 minutes
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Lore & Background
The film originated from Kane Parsons's anthological video series Backrooms, uploaded to YouTube in January 2022. After the series went viral, several studios approached Parsons, and in February 2023 a feature film adaptation was announced as a joint production between A24, Chernin Entertainment, Atomic Monster, and 21 Laps Entertainment. Roberto Patino was initially set to write the screenplay but was replaced by Will Soodik. As of 2025, no principal photography has been confirmed or reported by credible sources, and no premiere or theatrical release dates have been announced.
Reader's Guide
Backrooms is significant as the feature directorial debut of Kane Parsons, who transitioned from a viral YouTube web series to a major theatrical release. The film grossed $394.1 million worldwide, making it A24's highest-grossing film and the second-highest-grossing horror film of 2026, as well as the fifth-highest-grossing independent film of all time. Parsons became the youngest filmmaker to reach number one at both the U.S. and global box offices. The production used over 30,000 square feet of sets built across four sound stages, with 37,000 square feet of wallpaper and 29,000 square feet of carpeting. The film maintains strict continuity with Parsons's original web series and drew inspiration from the Portal video game franchise, Mr. Robot, Punishment Park, One Hour Photo, and Paranoia Agent.
Did You Know?
- The film was co-financed by Chernin Entertainment and A24 for under $10 million.
- More than 30,000 square feet of Backrooms sets were built across four sound stages.
- Avan Jogia was a fan of Parsons's original web series before being cast.
- People reportedly got lost on set due to the production design's emphasis on verticality.
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