On May 29, the horror film Backrooms opened in U.S. theaters and immediately set a new record for A24, becoming the studio’s highest‑grossing domestic movie and the first to cross the $100 million mark. Directed by 20‑year‑old Kane Parsons, the film topped the box office on its opening weekend, making Parsons the youngest filmmaker to debut at No. 1.

A24’s $100 Million Milestone in a Single Weekend

According to the source, Backrooms broke A24’s previous opening‑week record, a feat that has never been achieved by any other film from the New York‑based studio. The mielstone places the movie ahead of A24’s own successes such as Moonlight and Lady Bird, underscoring the studio’s growing clout in the horror genre.

Kane Parsons: The Young Auteur Behind the Record

The report notes that Parsons, only 20 years old,has become the youngest director to lead a film to the top spot at the U.S. box office. His achievement highlights a broader trend of younger filmmakers breaking into mainstream success, a pattern that has emerged in recent years with directors like Greta Gerwig and Jordan Peele.

What Drives the Horror Boom?

As the source points out, the film’s success is attributed to a “well‑crafted storyline, engaging characters, and a talented cast.” This combination has proven effective for A24’s horror catalog, which has seen similar acclaim with titles like Hereditary and Midsommar. The popularity of the genre suggests that audiences are still hungry for fresh, psychologically driven scares.

Unanswered Questions About the Film’s Longevity

While the source celebrates the record, it leaves open whether Backrooms will maintain its top‑position in the weeks to come. The report also does not detail how the film’s performance compares to other horror releases in the same season, nor does it clarify the international box‑office trajectory.