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Young Director Kane Parsons Unveils Eerie 'Backrooms' Film

2/24/2026

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Kane Parsons, the creator of the viral YouTube series Backrooms, will release his horror film Backrooms on May 29, 2026, with A24 backing the project.
The film stars Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve, while Parsons debuts directing at age 20.
The plot remains undisclosed and explores unsettling spaces reminiscent of the original series.
The first teaser builds atmosphere with mundane yet eerie visuals, as Ejiofor's voiceover hints at film themes.

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Story summary

Kane Parsons, the creator of the viral YouTube series Backrooms, will release his horror film Backrooms on May 29, 2026, with A24 backing the project.
The film stars Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve, while Parsons debuts directing at age 20.
The plot remains undisclosed and explores unsettling spaces reminiscent of the original series.
The first teaser builds atmosphere with mundane yet eerie visuals, as Ejiofor's voiceover hints at film themes.