{"id":44224,"date":"2026-09-15T15:01:40","date_gmt":"2026-09-15T19:01:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/red94.net\/news\/backrooms-2-reportedly-in-development-at-a24-kane-parsons-to-return\/"},"modified":"2026-09-15T15:03:52","modified_gmt":"2026-09-15T19:03:52","slug":"backrooms-2-reportedly-in-development-at-a24-kane-parsons-to-return","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/red94.net\/news\/backrooms-2-reportedly-in-development-at-a24-kane-parsons-to-return\/","title":{"rendered":"Backrooms 2 reportedly in development at A24: Kane Parsons to return"},"content":{"rendered":"

Reports indicate a sequel to the surprise 2026 hit Backrooms<\/strong> is in the works, with director Kane Parsons<\/strong> attached to return. Given the first film\u2019s strong box-office performance and its presence on streaming, a follow-up could reshape how studios mine online horror lore for mainstream releases.<\/p>\n

Where the story stands<\/h2>\n

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Entertainment outlets have reported that Parsons has signed on to develop a second film, currently being referred to as Backrooms 2<\/strong>. The news comes from industry sources; the production company has not yet issued an official statement confirming the project or its timeline.<\/p>\n

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Industry reports say director Kane Parsons is developing a second Backrooms film.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The original movie, produced by A24<\/strong>, became one of the year\u2019s most talked-about horror releases and later arrived on HBO Max<\/strong> for streaming. That combination of box-office momentum and a prominent streaming outlet is precisely why a sequel would be commercially and culturally significant.<\/p>\n

Why this matters now<\/h2>\n

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Horror remains one of the most reliable genres for audiences and studios: modest budgets, high returns and passionate fan communities. A sequel to a film rooted in the Creepypasta internet folklore signals continued industry interest in adapting online legends for wide release.<\/p>\n

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Horror’s reliable box-office returns make sequels like Backrooms 2 attractive to studios.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Beyond box-office receipts, a second film will test whether the first movie\u2019s viral appeal can translate into a longer-running franchise. It also offers an opportunity to broaden the world-building Parsons started with his original YouTube series and the A24 feature\u2014potentially introducing new levels of the maze-like setting and expanding the mythology.<\/p>\n

What to watch for next<\/h2>\n

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