Backrooms has raked in $118M worldwide, with $36M from international markets, according to Deadline.
The Kane Parsons-led horror film topped the A24 opening in over 30 countries: Latin America, the UK, Australia and New Zealand, South Korea, the Middle East, Scandinavia, Taiwan, Israel, and Turkey.
A24 has built its reputation on cult hits and arthouse titles. Backrooms shows that horror with genuine scares and an accessible premise can succeed in markets where indie cinema typically struggles.
While studios pursue franchise sequels and IP recycling, Parsons' film offers fresh scares and stakes without relying on established intellectual property.
Industry observers are tracking the film's performance. If Backrooms maintains momentum into summer, it could influence how studios approach horror acquisitions and indie distribution.
