Backrooms arrives in theaters on May 29, introducing a whole new audience to one of the internet’s most famous creepypastas.
Before the feature film was ever in development, filmmaker Kane Parsons captivated millions of viewers with his viral Backrooms videos on YouTube. The creator, who began posting online, helped to transform the internet lore into a found-footage horror universe.
Those planning to check out Backrooms, which marks Parsons‘ feature directorial debut, in theaters, and want to experience the story’s origins first have come to the right place.
Where to watch the original Backrooms
The original Backrooms series is available to watch for free on Kane Parsons‘ YouTube channel, Kane Pixels.
The project really took off in January 2022 with the release of The Backrooms (Found Footage), embedded above
It is a short film that follows a filmmaker who accidentally falls into a seemingly endless map of eerie yellow hallways and abandoned room.
The video went viral, earning millions of views and launching an ongoing series that significantly expanded the mythology.
Where to watch the Backrooms A24 film
A24’s take on the film has a simple logline that sets up the gateway into the terrifying world of Backrooms.
“A strange doorway appears in the basement of a furniture showroom.”
Unfortunately, those interested in seeing the new movie will have to head out and see it in theaters, but it is a nationwide release and should be playing at a cinema near you. Check for tickets here!
The film stars Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve and will likely be available to stream on HBO Max at a later date. For now, though, you’ll have to go to the theater or you can just watch Kane Parsons‘ original videos online for free.
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