What Is THE BACKROOMS?
THE BACKROOMS began as a simple post on 4chan in 2019. A haunting image of a yellow-carpeted, fluorescent-lit room was paired with a chilling idea: if you “noclip” out of reality, you might end up here—trapped in an endless maze of eerily empty office spaces.
That post sparked an entire genre of horror storytelling. Fans created levels, lore, and monsters. The aesthetic—known as “liminal spaces”—went viral across TikTok, Reddit, and YouTube.
The YouTube Breakout That Changed Everything
In 2022, 16-year-old filmmaker Kane Parsons, known online as Kane Pixels, brought THE BACKROOMS to life in a short horror film on YouTube. Shot in found-footage style and set in the 1990s, the video follows a filmmaker who accidentally enters the Backrooms and encounters something sinister.
Parsons’ haunting visuals and narrative world-building turned his short into a sensation, now with over 67 million views. The series introduced an experimental research company called Async, which opened portals to this uncanny dimension.
The internet took notice—and so did Hollywood.
A24’s THE BACKROOMS: The Feature Film
Now, A24 is turning the viral phenomenon into a full-length feature film, with Kane Parsons directing. The movie began filming on July 7, 2025 and is expected to wrap by August 14, 2025 under the working title “EFFIGY” from Async Pictures Inc.
🎬 Film Details (via IMDb):
- Title: The Backrooms
- Genres: Found Footage Horror, Sci-Fi, Psychological Thriller
- Director: Kane Parsons
- Writers: Kane Parsons, Roberto Patino, Will Soodik
- Starring: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Renate Reinsve
- Studio: A24
- More on IMDbPro
Plot summary:
After a patient vanishes into an otherworldly dimension, a therapist must navigate the Backrooms to bring him back alive.
Casting Spotlight: Wittney Horton
Leading the casting for THE BACKROOMS is acclaimed casting director Wittney Horton. Known for her work on major studio films—including the latest Transformers installment—Horton brings a keen eye for fresh, emotionally resonant talent.
Based in Los Angeles, Horton has built a reputation for discovering rising stars and assembling compelling, diverse casts. Her involvement in THE BACKROOMS signals that casting will be as intentional and powerful as the story itself.
Insider tip for actors: Horton is known for giving emerging talent a shot—this project could be a breakout moment.
Why This Project Matters
THE BACKROOMS isn’t just another horror film—it’s a cultural phenomenon. It blends internet-born horror, analog aesthetics, and psychological tension in a way that resonates with younger audiences and die-hard genre fans alike.
With A24, Kane Parsons, a sharp screenplay team, and an award-worthy cast and crew, this film has the makings of a modern horror classic.
🎭 Want to Audition for THE BACKROOMS?
Whether you’re an actor, extra, or crew member looking for your next opportunity, this is a project you’ll want on your radar.
🎬 To audition for a role, stay tuned to Project Casting.
We’ll keep you posted as soon as casting calls and job opportunities for THE BACKROOMS become available.
