The chilling phenomenon that is 'Backrooms' continues to cast a dark spell over audiences worldwide. This mind-bending horror film, born from the twisted depths of internet lore, has been terrorising cinema screens since May – and now, fans can take their fear home with the announcement of an extensive Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD release.
At the helm of this cinematic nightmare is 20-year-old wunderkind Kane Parsons, whose YouTube short films first brought him to the attention of horror enthusiasts. Alongside a stellar cast, including Chiwetel Ejiofor as a furniture store owner trapped in an eerie dimension, Parsons crafts a haunting narrative that has already raked in a staggering $331 million (approximately £249 million) worldwide on a modest budget of $10 million (£7.5 million).
The upcoming A24 exclusive editions are a must-have for die-hard 'Backrooms' fans – and there's plenty to get excited about! These special releases include exclusive 'Everything Must Go' footage, director and crew commentary, a new making-of documentary, and even more bonus goodies like prop walkthroughs with Parsons himself. The sets will be shipped in August 2026, so mark your calendars for the arrival of these horror heaven packages.
But that's not all – this isn't just about revisiting the on-screen horrors; it's about peeling back the layers to see how 'Backrooms' was made. Parsons has revealed that the additional 15 minutes in the 'Everything Must Go Edition' are not your average behind-the-scenes fare, but rather a treat for fans who devoured his original YouTube episodes.
The film's influence extends far beyond its own screen time – with its haunting soundtrack set to be released on vinyl and Parsons himself contributing to discussions about artificial intelligence in cinema (though he doesn't mince words, labelling it 'cultural rot' that undermines creativity). Even NME praised the standard edition as an 'intriguing, memorable creation with the power to rattle,' acknowledging its unique blend of dread and delirium.