Backrooms becomes A24's most successful film ever

Backrooms becomes A24's most successful film ever

Updated at: June 9, 2026 at 12:45 PM

A24 has achieved a historic milestone with the release of 'Backrooms,' which has officially become the studio's highest-grossing film of all time.

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Directed by 20-year-old Kane Parsons—best known for his viral YouTube series—the film shattered expectations by crossing the $200 million mark at the global box office in just ten days.

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With a production budget of under $10 million, the movie is a massive financial success for the studio.

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Parsons, the youngest director to lead an A24 feature, successfully translated his 'liminal space' aesthetic to the big screen, supported by a 30,000-square-foot practical set.

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Starring Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve, the film earned an 89% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes, signaling a new era for A24.

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Who directed the film 'Backrooms'?

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Kane Parsons

Approximately how much did the production of 'Backrooms' cost?

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Under $10 million

What is unique about Kane Parsons regarding A24's history?

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He is the youngest director to helm an A24 film.

What was the original format of the 'Backrooms' story before becoming a film?

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A viral YouTube web series.

How quickly did 'Backrooms' surpass the previous record-holder to become A24's top film?

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Ten days

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