Backrooms to triple previous A24 opening weekend record at $85+ million
The film Backrooms is set to achieve an impressive opening weekend gross of $85 to $88 million, significantly surpassing A24's previous record. This adaptation of an internet meme has outperformed notable franchises like Star Wars in its opening day earnings. Critics have noted the film's unique connection to gaming culture and its potential for a sequel.
- ▪Backrooms grossed $38.4 million on its opening day and previews.
- ▪A24's previous top opening weekend was $25 million for Civil War.
- ▪The film has been praised for its mazelike set and connection to gaming culture.
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| Publication time | Sat, 30 May 2026 21:37:10 +0000 |
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Gaming Industry Backrooms to triple previous A24 opening weekend record at $85+ million News By Ted Litchfield published 30 May 2026 Maybe Michael Bay shouldn't have nuked the Skibidi Toilet movie after all. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: A24) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter As reported by Deadline and The Hollywood Reporter, Backrooms is big. How big? Bigger than Jesus The Beatles The Mandalorian and Grogu.
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