A24's 'Backrooms' Surpasses $330 Million Worldwide Gross

The horror thriller "Backrooms", directed by Kane Parsons and starring Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve, opened in U.S. theaters on May 29, 2026. It earned $81.4 million from 3,442 North American screens in its opening weekend and has raised domestic receipts to $184.1 million. Internationally the film has added $145.9 million, bringing its worldwide total to $330 million, making it A24’s highest‑grossing release.

The movie, based on Parsons’ internet‑culture horror series, is slated for premium video‑on‑demand release on July 7, 2026, though the date remains unconfirmed. It will be available for purchase on platforms such as Apple TV, Prime Video and YouTube Movies, with a rental option priced lower. The strong box‑office performance marks a significant milestone for the independent studio.

The film’s premise follows a struggling furniture‑store owner who discovers a portal to an endless labyrinth of liminal spaces, a concept that originated from a popular online horror myth and was expanded into a feature‑length narrative.