‘Backrooms’ Smashes A24 Record With Dominant Debut at U.K. and Ireland Box Office

Jun 2, 2026 1:00am PT ‘Backrooms’ Smashes A24 Record With Dominant Debut at U.K. and Ireland Box Office

By Naman Ramachandran

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The U.K. and Ireland box office witnessed a historic opening weekend as A24’s psychological horror “Backrooms” seized the top spot, grossing £4.2 million ($5.7 million).

The film delivered the biggest opening weekend in A24’s history for the territory.

Disney’s “The Mandalorian and Grogu” moved to second place in its sophomore frame, earning $3.5 million. The film has amassed a cumulative total of $15.2 million after 10 days in theaters.

‘Backrooms’ Smashes A24 Record With Dominant Debut at U.K. and Ireland Box Office

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