Backrooms Becomes A24's Highest-Grossing Movie Globally
Originally published Jun 8, 2026
By Rebecca Rubin · Variety
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Key points
- 'Backrooms' has become A24's highest-grossing movie globally with $212 million in ticket sales.
- The film earned $135 million in North America and surpassed Timothée Chalamet's 'Marty Supreme' in total earnings.
- Directed by Kane Parsons, 'Backrooms' marks A24's first film to exceed $200 million worldwide.
A24's horror film 'Backrooms' has become the studio's highest-grossing release worldwide, surpassing $200 million in ticket sales. Directed by YouTuber Kane Parsons, the film has earned $212 million globally, with $135 million coming from North America. This success has overtaken the previous record holder, Timothée Chalamet's 'Marty Supreme,' which earned $191 million. The film's performance marks a significant milestone for A24, highlighting the growing appeal of horror films in the current box office landscape.
Read the original story: Variety — by Rebecca Rubin