- Backrooms film success leads to Hollywood interest in Reddit stories.
- At least one Hollywood agency has assistants reportedly combing through Reddit and its various subreddits looking for inspiration for the next Backrooms-like mega hit.
- A story first posted on the NoSleep subreddit is being turned into a feature film produced by and starring Sydney Sweeney.
Hollywood's interest in Reddit stories has surged following the unexpected success of Kane Parsons' Backrooms film, which grossed over £100 million worldwide on a minimal budget.1
Reports indicate that at least one Hollywood agency has assistants actively searching through Reddit and its subreddits for potential blockbuster ideas.2
The trend highlights a growing fascination with user-generated content, as studios look to capitalize on the viral nature of online storytelling.
In a related development, a story from the NoSleep subreddit, known for its horror-themed narratives, is being adapted into a feature film.3
This project will be produced by and star Sydney Sweeney, further emphasizing the trend of adapting popular online content into mainstream cinema.
As Hollywood continues to explore these avenues, the success of Backrooms may pave the way for more films inspired by the creativity found in online communities.
“The success of Kane "Pixels" Parsons' Backrooms film has prompted Hollywood to search Reddit for new story ideas. At least one agency is reportedly combing through subreddits for inspiration, including a feature film based on a NoSleep story starring Sydney Sweeney.”
Kotaku