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Not Yet Rated

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$10,000,000

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$347,972,615

Studio

Atomic Monster, 21 Laps Entertainment, A24, Phobos

Backrooms Review

Unfiltered Review R Released: 2026 Rating: Not Yet Rated 1h 51m English Horror • Mystery • Science Fiction

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"Backrooms" Review

Director: Unknown

Genre: Mystery/Horror

Summary: "Backrooms" follows the story of a mysterious doorway that appears in the basement of a furniture showroom, leading to a seemingly endless maze of plain, yellow-walled rooms known as the backrooms. As a group of individuals explore this eerie realm, they must uncover the secrets of the backrooms and find a way to escape before it's too late.

Review: "Backrooms" is a haunting and suspenseful film that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. The eerie atmosphere of the backrooms is perfectly captured through the minimalist set design and eerie sound effects. The tension builds steadily throughout the film, keeping viewers engaged and guessing as to what lies around each corner.

The cast delivers solid performances, portraying the fear and desperation of their characters as they navigate the unsettling labyrinth of the backrooms. Each character's unique backstory adds depth to the overall narrative, making their journey all the more compelling.

Overall, "Backrooms" is a well-crafted mystery/horror film that will leave audiences intrigued and unnerved. With its captivating premise and strong execution, this is a must-watch for fans of the genre.

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What Audiences Are Saying

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James Berry

"Given how many endless, empty geometric hallways our main character had to wander through, having Justin Long’s character from Barbarian pop up with a tape measure to calculate the square footage would have genuinely made this a 5-star masterpiece. Backrooms completely nails the atmosphere in ..."

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Brent Marchant

"Anointing a young, first-time big screen director as the new filmmaking messiah of his or her particular genre is a risky undertaking, to be sure. Does the fledgling auteur have what it takes to live up to that auspicious title? Is this an ordination that’s truly warranted? It’s serious business,..."

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jamesstocks14

"New unofficial Christmas movie unlocked. Far more complex than I thought it was going to be, especially considering it was a combination of trauma based creatures and a touch of sci-fi uncertainty. Overall a good watch, and incredibly impressive from such a young creative mind."

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