The highly anticipated horror-thriller film Backrooms is coming out in theaters this weekend. The film is the feature directorial debut of 20-year-old YouTuber-turned-director Kane Parsons. Parsons has a very popular YouTube channel, and “Backrooms” was one of his most popular series. Parsons was deciding between going to college and pursuing his film career when A24 announced that it would finance his big movie idea.

Backrooms Trailer

What is Backrooms about?

Backrooms stars Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve. The film is a horror-thriller that audiences have described as claustrophobic and anxiety-inducing. The “Backrooms” is a liminal space where people begin to get lost and go missing. It’s hard to describe the film without giving too much of the plot away, but it is a horror film that relies on mood, atmosphere and setting as its driving force, rather than plot. The early reviews for Backrooms have been great, and it should continue the trend of great horror films in 2026 so far.

FAQs

When does Backrooms come out in theaters?

The movie is being released in theaters nationwide on Friday, May 29th.

When does Backrooms come out on streaming?

Backrooms has a full theatrical release. After its theatrical run, it will be available to rent or buy on most platforms. Following a VOD run, it will eventually come to streaming. Due to this being an A24 release, it will be on HBO Max when it comes to streaming.

Who is the director and cast of Backrooms?

Backrooms is directed by YouTuber-turned-director Kane Parsons. The film stars Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve. It also features Mark Duplass, Finn Bennett and Lukita Maxwell.