Your Wallet Is Terrified: Why 'The Backrooms Movie' Could Cost You Big Time This Halloween
Move over, haunted houses—’The Backrooms Movie’ is about to drain your bank account faster than a security deposit on a nightmare maze. With buzz exploding over this surreal horror flick, theaters are hiking ticket prices to premium levels (think $20-plus per seat), and streamers are already planning to lock it behind a higher-tier subscription you don’t have. That means you’ll pay more to watch strangers wander endless yellow corridors than you would for a night out. Plus, expect a flood of overpriced merchandise—from limited-edition VHS-style collectibles to overpriced “level jump” energy drinks—that’ll make your wallet feel trapped in a void. Don’t let the hype vacuum your cash: wait for a budget-friendly rental or a free trial, because this movie’s only guaranteed scare is the one on your bill.