Trending Now - Backrooms' Review Score Released Amid Director Controversy

WHO:

Forbes - Kane Parsons, a 19-year-old director, is the creator of the original Backrooms and directed the film adaptation.

AV Club - Mark Duplass co-stars in Backrooms and defended Kane Parsons against doubts about his directorial role.

WHAT:

Forbes - Backrooms is projected to make between $40-50 million during its opening weekend.

Forbes - Backrooms has a 78% Rotten Tomatoes score based on three dozen reviews.

Forbes - The film is compared to other horror releases this year, including Obsession (95% critic score), Send Help (93% critic score), 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (92% critic score), Hokum (88% critic score), and We Bury the Dead (88% critic score).

Forbes - The original Backrooms video has 78 million views, contributing to the film's anticipated success.

Forbes - Backrooms has a 78% Rotten Tomatoes score based on three dozen reviews, which is lower than other horror films released this year, such as Obsession (95% critic score) and Send Help (93% critic score).

AV Club - Mark Duplass stated that Kane Parsons was "intensely prepared" and spent five years building the film's mythology, emphasizing that he "didn’t need any of us" in the filmmaking process.

Forbes - Backrooms is projected to make between $40-50 million during its opening weekend.

AV Club - Backrooms is set to arrive in theaters on May 29.

Coming Soon - Backrooms has garnered an 84% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on early reviews.

Forbes - Backrooms is projected to make between $40-50 million during its opening weekend.

Forbes - Backrooms currently has a 78% Rotten Tomatoes score based on three dozen reviews.

Forbes - The film's synopsis describes a strange doorway appearing in the basement of a furniture showroom.

AV Club - Duplass stated that Parsons was "intensely prepared" and spent five years building the film's mythology.

WHERE:

Forbes - The film is produced by A24.

WHEN:

Forbes - Backrooms is set to arrive in theaters soon, with no specific date mentioned.

WHY:

Forbes - The film is based on a popular YouTube series that has garnered over 100 million views across its videos.

HOW:

AV Club - Mark Duplass stated that Parsons was "intensely prepared" and spent five years building the film's mythology, emphasizing that he "didn’t need any of us" in the filmmaking process.

AV Club - Duplass described Parsons as "very sensitive and calm and smart in dealing with actors," countering claims that more experienced staff directed the film.

AV Club - Duplass emphasized that Parsons worked effectively with his crew and was calm and smart in dealing with actors.

(UPDATED May 28, 2026 14:15 UTC)

The film "Backrooms" is projected to make between $40 million and $50 million during its opening weekend, bolstered by a solid 78% score on Rotten Tomatoes from around three dozen reviews. It has drawn comparisons to other successful horror releases this year, including "Obsession," "Send Help," and "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple," all of which boast impressive critic scores. Mark Duplass highlighted that Parsons was "intensely prepared" and dedicated five years to developing the film's mythology, showcasing his strong vision for the project.

(UPDATED May 28, 2026 06:21 UTC)

The new horror film Backrooms has received a 78% score on Rotten Tomatoes from around thirty-six reviews, which falls short compared to other recent releases like Obsession and Send Help, boasting scores of 95% and 93% respectively. Mark Duplass praised director Kane Parsons for his intense preparation, noting that Parsons spent five years crafting the film's mythology and was fully capable of handling the project without outside help. Duplass also highlighted Parsons' calm and sensitive approach to working with actors, countering any suggestions that more seasoned staff were directing the film.

(UPDATED May 27, 2026 19:46 UTC)

The highly anticipated film Backrooms is set to hit theaters on May 29 and is projected to make between $40 million and $50 million during its opening weekend. Early reviews have been promising, with the movie currently holding an 84% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Fans are eagerly awaiting its release to see if it lives up to the buzz.

(UPDATED May 27, 2026 18:03 UTC)

Kane Parsons, a 19-year-old director, is making waves with his film adaptation of the popular YouTube series Backrooms, which has amassed over 100 million views. The film, produced by A24, is projected to earn between $40 million and $50 million during its opening weekend and currently holds a 78% score on Rotten Tomatoes based on three dozen reviews. Co-star Mark Duplass praised Parsons for his intense preparation and ability to work effectively with the crew, highlighting his calm demeanor and smart approach to directing actors.