Kane Parsons, Curry Barker and the Multi-Million Dollar Battle for Gen Z Eyeballs
In the months since the successes of ‘Backrooms' and ‘Obsession’, young filmmakers, memes and viral shorts have been the subject of multi-studio bidding wars.
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In the months since the successes of ‘Backrooms' and ‘Obsession’, young filmmakers, memes and viral shorts have been the subject of multi-studio bidding wars.

Kane Parsons' directorial debut, Backrooms, which became A24's highest-grossing movie of all time, is now available for home viewing on digital platforms.
Actress Famke Janssen stated at the Mediterrane Film Festival that 'Backrooms' filmmaker Kane Parsons should direct an 'X-Men' film, also discussing personal privacy and social media.

Twenty-year-old director Kane Parsons, known for his horror hit "Backrooms," has become the youngest filmmaker ever to top the US box office, transitioning from YouTube success to cinematic history.
Three-time Oscar winner Steven Spielberg shared advice with young directors, including 26-year-old Curry Barker and 20-year-old Kane Parsons, cautioning them not to let success go to their heads.

According to German executive Robert Franke, the success of YouTube creators like Kane Parsons, Curry Barker, and Markiplier is diminishing the influence of the industry's older generation, as they have helmed successful movies recently.

Kane Parsons, the young director behind the viral 'Backrooms' series, has publicly expressed his interest in directing a film adaptation of the popular video game 'Portal'.
YouTubers like Kane Parsons and Curry Barker are making a significant impact in the horror film genre, directing movies such as 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession'. Their work is attracting a young audience to cinemas, highlighting a growing trend of internet creators transitioning to film.
YouTube executive Fede Goldenberg is recognized for his crucial role in nurturing YouTube creators like Kane Parsons and Curry Barker, who are making an impact in Hollywood.

Director Kane Parsons has hinted at a sequel to his viral horror series 'Backrooms,' stating that the project was always intended to be a multi-part series.
The recent theatrical hits by three YouTubers, including Kane Parsons' 'Backrooms,' suggest an emerging economic order in the movie business that many industry insiders may not be prepared for.
Kane Parsons, a 20-year-old filmmaker, has gained recognition for creating one of the year's biggest horror hits. The articles explore who Parsons is and his achievement in the horror genre.

The A24 feature film 'Backrooms', based on Kane Parsons' digital IP, has garnered $9 million in previews, indicating strong box office potential.

This week's cinematic releases offer a variety of new films to suit all tastes, with "Backrooms" by Kane Parsons highlighted among the premieres.

Actor Mark Duplass has publicly defended 20-year-old filmmaker Kane Parsons against rumors that he did not fully direct his feature debut 'Backrooms', asserting Parsons was '100% in control'.

With the release of A24's 'Backrooms' approaching, one of the film's stars has broken silence regarding rumors that Kane Parsons did not direct the horror movie.
The 2026 Cannes Film Festival officially opened with a glamorous red carpet featuring numerous celebrities, including Demi Moore and Léa Drucker. Director Peter Jackson was honored with an honorary Palme d'Or during the opening ceremony.

A24 has constructed a 30,000-square-foot set to bring Kane Parsons' popular YouTube project, "The Backrooms," to life as a feature film. This extensive set aims to recreate the "strange" world envisioned by Parsons.
Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve star in the feature that counts Shawn Levy and James Wan as producers.

A24 has issued a statement clarifying the numerous copyright takedown notices filed against 'Backrooms' fan art, following director Kane Parsons' promise to investigate the issue.

Kane Parsons has released an extended cut of his film 'Backrooms: Everything Must Go' in theaters, which follows a furniture store owner stumbling into eerie mirror spaces.

Director Kane Parsons has announced that his film 'Backrooms' will be returning to cinemas, featuring an extended cut, with teasers shared on social media.
The 'Backrooms' internet phenomenon, which originated on 4Chan and YouTube, is being adapted into a film by A24. The project is directed by 21-year-old Kane Parsons, bringing the eerie concept to the big screen.

The original music from the film "Backrooms," composed by director Kane Parsons and Edo Van Breemen, will be released as a double LP vinyl.

The breakout horror hit 'Backrooms,' directed by YouTuber Kane Parsons, has officially become A24's highest-grossing worldwide release and its first movie to surpass $200 million in ticket sales, reaching $212 million globally.

Kane Parsons, a 20-year-old director, is gaining recognition for his work on A24's film 'Backrooms: No Exit'. The film is being discussed alongside other contemporary media like the series 'Euphoria'.

'Backrooms' director Kane Parsons has reiterated his strong disapproval of using AI in filmmaking, calling it 'cultural rot' and stating that it 'defeats the purpose' of creativity, a sentiment he has consistently expressed.

Filmmaker James Wan and producers helped 20-year-old YouTuber Kane Parsons turn his online phenomenon "Backrooms" into a surprising box office success this summer.

Kane Parsons has made history as the youngest filmmaker to have his debut film, 'Backrooms,' open at number one at the North American box office, grossing $81 million in its first weekend and setting a record for studio A24.

Kane Parsons, director of 'Backrooms,' addressed his future on YouTube following the film's $120 million box office debut. Parsons also explained the wild ending of 'Backrooms' and the fate of the character Clark.

The viral internet meme 'The Backrooms,' known for its eerie liminal spaces, has successfully transitioned into a major Hollywood horror film. The movie has already broken A24 box office records and its director, Kane Parsons, has confirmed plans for a franchise.

The online horror concept 'The Backrooms,' which originated as a mysterious photo on 4Chan and was popularized by content creator Kane Parsons on YouTube, is now being adapted into a major Hollywood film, with a release set for France on June 17.

This week's film recommendations include 'Backrooms-O Labirinto' by Kane Parsons, 'Leibnitz-Crónica de uma Pintura Perdida' by Edgar Reitz, and the Portuguese film 'Pai Nosso-Os Últimos dias de Salazar'.

The A24 film adaptation of the viral 'Backrooms' meme, directed by Kane Parsons, has garnered positive reviews from critics, praised for its unsettling liminal horror and unique approach to the genre.

Kane Parsons, creator of the YouTube series 'Backrooms', discusses his experience becoming A24's youngest director ever and adapting his series for the studio, calling it a 'weird dream come true'.

Kane Parsons, the writer-director of A24's 'Backrooms,' credited producer Osgood Perkins as a significant mentor during the filming of his feature debut.

A24 has unveiled a truly unsettling trailer for 'The Backrooms,' bringing the horrifying web series by Kane Parsons to the big screen.

Kane Parsons, director of 'Backrooms,' has promised fans that he is investigating copyright strikes issued by A24 against content creators for artwork inspired by the creepypasta-turned-blockbuster.

A review of Kane Parsons' film 'Backrooms,' featuring Renate Reinsve, explores its premise and cinematic execution, rating it 3.5 out of 5 stars.

The low-budget horror film "Backrooms," inspired by a viral internet photo and YouTube series by 20-year-old prodigy Kane Parsons, has been released in cinemas, garnering over 20 million views online and becoming a surprise box office success despite falling back on familiar horror formulas.

The film 'Backrooms,' based on the internet 'creepypasta,' is being praised as the year's most unsettling horror movie. Critics note its innovative approach and subtle messaging within the genre.

This article provides information or a review of the film "Backrooms: No Exit," directed by Kane Parsons and written by Will Sudik and Kane Parsons, a US/Canadian production from 2026.

The highly original horror concept 'Backrooms,' created by Kane Parsons, was inspired by an underrated thriller film.

Kane Parsons' film 'Backrooms' redefines horror with its unsettling and insightful approach to the pervasive state of fear in contemporary society.

Kane Parsons, director of 'Backrooms', expressed strong concerns about AI, labeling it as “genuinely harmful” to creativity and a source of “cultural and economic rot” in Hollywood.

The horror film 'Backrooms,' based on a popular YouTube series and directed by 20-year-old Kane Parsons, has taken the American box office by storm, breaking multiple records. The movie's unexpected success has also extended to international markets like Korea.

20-year-old YouTuber Kane Parsons' horror film 'Backrooms' has earned 11 times its $10 million budget, with Parsons now sharing positive news about the future of the film franchise, including 'Backrooms 2', and his return to YouTube.

The film "Backrooms," directed by Kane Parsons, has set a new record for A24 studio's best opening weekend, earning $38 million in the U.S. market.

A list highlights 10 directors who made their debut feature films before the age of 25, celebrating young talent like Kane Parsons, known for 'Backrooms'.

Kane Parsons, the 20-year-old director of the A24 horror film 'Backrooms,' has responded to claims and critical reception regarding his work on the highly anticipated movie.

Kane Parsons, director of 'Backrooms,' along with actor Mark Duplass, has responded to recent claims suggesting Parsons did not actually direct the film.

Actor Mark Duplass has publicly defended 20-year-old Kane Parsons, director of the upcoming horror film 'Backrooms,' against rumors questioning his directorial control and involvement in the project.

The internet's "Backrooms" image has been adapted into a horror film, with its 20-year-old creator Kane Parsons and stars discussing the terrifying cinematic experience.

Kane Parsons has hinted at a "Backrooms 2 Future" project, suggesting the horror franchise may continue beyond A24's upcoming 'Backrooms' movie, set to be released on May 29.

The studio has released the first ominous footage from Backrooms, a feature adaptation of Kane Parsons’ cult YouTube series, ahead of its theatrical debut this spring