‘Backrooms’ Passes $350M Globally as It Sets A24 Records in Multiple Countries
The A24 film 'Backrooms' has surpassed $350 million globally, setting new studio records across multiple countries.
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The horror film 'Backrooms' has achieved significant global commercial success, surpassing $350 million in earnings. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the film is setting A24 records in several countries. Along with the film 'Obsession,' 'Backrooms' is being cited as evidence that micro-budget horror can compete with major Hollywood productions.
Coverage from IMDb and ScreenRant focuses on the implications of these budget-to-profit ratios for the industry. Whalesbook reports that audience tastes are shifting, leading to high returns for horror-drama films. Additionally, indiaherald.com notes a YouTube video associated with the project crossed $185 million, surpassing 'A Quiet Place'.
Industry observers are now monitoring how Hollywood interprets these trends. There is ongoing discussion regarding whether the 'Backrooms' model serves as a blueprint for other regional markets, including the Indian horror industry.
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Quick answers
How much has 'Backrooms' earned globally?
The film has passed $350 million globally.
Which studio released 'Backrooms'?
The film was released by A24.
What other film is being compared to 'Backrooms' in terms of budget success?
The film 'Obsession' is also being cited as a successful micro-budget horror production.
Coverage (5)
- ‘Obsession’ And ‘Backrooms’ Just Proved Micro Budget Horror Can Beat Hollywood At Its Own Game IMDb · 23h ago
- Hollywood Is Already Taking The Wrong Lessons From Obsession & Backrooms ScreenRant · 23h ago
- Horror-Drama Films See High Returns as Audience Tastes Shift Whalesbook · 23h ago
- A Free YouTube Video Just Crossed $185 Million to Dethrone A Quiet Place — Is Backrooms the Blueprint Indian Horror Has Been Too Afraid to Follow? indiaherald.com · 23h ago
- ‘Backrooms’ Passes $350M Globally as It Sets A24 Records in Multiple Countries The Hollywood Reporter · 23h ago broke it first
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