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The upcoming horror movie from A24, titled “The Backrooms“, is rumored to be attracting a cast that blends the Marvel and DC film universes, with whispers suggesting Chiwetel Ejiofor and Cristin Milioti could become part of this exciting project. As reported by Deadline, these accomplished actors are being looked at for roles in the movie adaptation of Kane Parsons’ viral YouTube horror sensation. Although details about their prospective characters are being kept confidential, and their involvement is said to be in the early stages, securing these talents would undoubtedly be a major leap forward for the project, which has been under development since 2023. “The Backrooms” seeks to translate the eerie horror of the internet-famous creepypasta onto the silver screen, with Parsons, the teenage mastermind behind the influential “Kane Pixels” YouTube series, slated to direct in his first feature film.

In the realm of comic book fandom, Chiwetel Ejiofor is widely recognized for his portrayal of Baron Mordo in Marvel Studios’ movies “Doctor Strange” and its sequel “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.” His acting career extends beyond these films; he has also appeared as a general pursuing Tom Hardy’s symbiote in “Venom: The Last Dance,” as The Operative in the sci-fi film “Serenity,” as NASA director Vincent Kapoor in “The Martian,” and lent his voice to Scar in the 2019 remake of “The Lion King.

More recently, Catherine O’Hara has gained significant recognition, even earning a Golden Globe nomination, for her portrayal of DC’s Sofia Falcone in the HBO series “The Penguin.” Her impressive resume in various genres also boasts starring roles in the hit science fiction romantic comedy “Palm Springs” and an Emmy-winning performance in the “USS Callister” episode of Charlie Brooker’s “Black Mirror.” Additionally, Catherine O’Hara was a key cast member in the HBO Max dark comedy sci-fi series “Made for Love.” If Chiwetel Ejiofor and Catherine O’Hara were to collaborate in “The Backrooms,” it would mark an intriguing reunion of actors who have made indelible impressions in projects from two prominent superhero universes, as they have not previously appeared together in significant on-screen roles.

What Is The Backrooms About?

The mysterious phenomenon known as The Backrooms started from a 2019 post on the paranormal section of 4chan, which included an eerie photograph of a vacant, mustard-toned office. A description accompanied it, portraying a location where one could supposedly “escape reality” into, marked by the smell of aged carpet, the oppressive monochrome yellow, the continuous hum of fluorescent lights, and the chilling possibility of not being the only inhabitant. This idea quickly escalated into a vast horror story, with contributors describing numerous “floors,” distinct creatures, and the ominous tales of this transitional realm.

Using the “Kane Pixels” YouTube channel, Parsons molded contemporary perceptions of The Backrooms creepypasta by producing a series of short films in a found-footage style, starting from 2022. These shorts, largely set in the ’90s, weave a tale around Async research institute, where they explore and study the mysterious Backrooms (known as “the Complex”). Parsons’ work, produced during his high school years, has been praised for its impressive low-fi visual effects, eerie ambiance, and a suspenseful narrative style that has enthralled over 40 million viewers.

24th Studio, renowned for its unique and creator-focused horror productions such as Hereditary, Midsommar, and Talk to Me, made an official statement in early 2023 about their participation in a live-action film adaptation of The Backrooms. The script was penned by Roberto Patino, known for his work on Westworld and DMZ’s showrunner role. Although the exact storyline is kept under wraps, the movie is expected to emulate the found-footage style and 90’s ambiance that are characteristic of Parson’s famous YouTube series.

There’s still no release date for The Backrooms.

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2025-05-21 11:17