Backrooms (2026)
English · Horror / Mystery · 111 min
Released May 29, 2026
Page updated Oct 27, 2026
Backrooms is streaming in the US on HBO Max.
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FilmyChill score
Critics are warmer than audiences.
AudienceFrom 3,816 ratings on TMDB
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What the audience says
Backrooms is a dependable English film — it does what it sets out to do.
Kane Parsons's directorial debut.
What the critics say
Good word from critics, with the performances and writing earning most of the praise. — distilled from critics' published reviews
FilmyChill data: reached streaming in the US 120 days after its theatrical release, on HBO Max.
- Skip if
- you want to sleep afterwards
- Best for
- Watching alone or with someone who won't talk through it
Good to know
| Watch with family? | R · Adults only |
Director
Kane Parsons
Cast
Chiwetel Ejiofor
Clark
Renate Reinsve
Mary
Finn Bennett
Bobby
Lukita Maxwell
Kat
Mark Duplass
Phil
Avan Jogia
Naren Warne
Story
A strange doorway appears in the basement of a furniture showroom.
Where to watch in the US
HBO Max
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Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Backrooms worth watching?
FilmyChill Score: Worth a watch — Critics are warmer than audiences. It rates 7.0/10 on audience ratings. Good word from critics, with the performances and writing earning most of the praise. 1h 51m of English horror with a mystery streak, adults only. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
Where can I watch Backrooms?
You can stream Backrooms in the US on HBO Max.
When is Backrooms coming to streaming?
Backrooms is already streaming in the US on HBO Max.
Is Backrooms family friendly?
Backrooms is rated R — aimed at adult audiences.
What language is Backrooms in?
Backrooms is an English film (Horror / Mystery).
How long is Backrooms?
Backrooms runs 1h 51m (111 minutes).
Who is in the cast of Backrooms?
Backrooms stars Chiwetel Ejiofor, Renate Reinsve, Finn Bennett and Lukita Maxwell, directed by Kane Parsons.
When did Backrooms come out?
Backrooms was released on May 29, 2026.
