'Mandalorian' To Get Lost In 'Backrooms'
Deadline • • general
Key Points:
- The horror film "Backrooms," based on Kane Parsons' internet IP and starring Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve, is projected to open domestically between $40 million and $45 million, potentially becoming A24's highest opening ever.
- "Backrooms," which appeals to under-35 audiences with its first-person video game style, has received positive critical reviews at 81% fresh and strong presales comparable to "Scream 7."
- Disney/Lucasfilm's "The Mandalorian and Grogu" is expected to see a near 60% box office drop to around $40 million this weekend, maintaining strong cumulative earnings of $104.5 million.
- Other notable releases include Sony's family-oriented comedy "The Breadwinner," targeting $8 million to $10 million, and Focus Features' WWII drama "Pressure," expected to earn mid-single digits with positive critical reception at 86%.
- Lionsgate is releasing "Power Ballad," a limited-run music comedy drama starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, focusing on themes of redemption and musical collaboration.