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Box Office: ‘Backrooms’ Scares Up $38 Million on Friday, Already Shattering Record for A24’s Best Opening Weekend - Variety
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The horror film 'Backrooms,' adapted from a viral YouTube series, has shattered A24's opening weekend box office record with a $38 million Friday debut. The film is projected to earn up to $90 million over its opening weekend.
Why it matters
This success highlights the growing trend of internet-native content successfully transitioning into mainstream cinematic blockbusters.
Box Office: 'Backrooms' Scares Up $38 Million, Breaks A24 Record
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