Overview
- The Kane Parsons film, which opened May 29, has reached about $212–213 million worldwide with roughly $135 million from North America, making it A24’s highest‑grossing release.
- Backrooms posted an unprecedented roughly $81 million domestic debut for the studio and then dropped about 68–70% in its second weekend while still earning roughly $25–26 million.
- International receipts of about $77 million have been stronger in several markets, with the film topping A24 opening records in more than 40 countries and performing best so far in Latin America.
- Co‑financed by A24 and partners on a reported $10 million budget, the film is highly profitable and has prompted studio talk of sequels or expanded projects while some outlets offer unconfirmed $300M+ forecasts.
- The movie’s fast rise highlights how a YouTuber‑created concept translated to big‑screen turnout driven by Gen Z and platform marketing, and it may shift how studios source low‑cost, social‑first projects.