A24's horror film 'Backrooms' earns $118 million worldwide in opening weekend

The horror movie "Backrooms," directed by Canadian YouTuber Kane Parsons and released by studio A24, became the most‑watched film in both Czech and American cinemas this week. Its opening generated an estimated $118 million globally, marking one of the strongest starts in horror history and the fifth‑best debut for A24. In the Czech Republic the film topped the box‑office chart with 6.3 million CZK, placing it among the four most successful opening weekends for Czech horror releases. The success follows earlier hits from internet‑originated creators, such as "Iron Lung," and highlights the growing commercial impact of YouTube‑based filmmakers in mainstream cinema.