The Backrooms Trilogy

The iconic endless corridor of Level 0 that opens NoCliped (2022), setting the tone for the entire trilogy

Welcome to today's featured content about The Backrooms Trilogy (2022-2027), a groundbreaking horror franchise that redefined the genre through its exploration of liminal spaces and psychological terror. Today's featured article examines the Edinburgh Incident (2023), a pivotal real-world event that occurred during the filming of Wanderer, leading to widespread speculation about the actual existence of the Backrooms.

Today's Featured Article: The Edinburgh Incident

During the filming of Wanderer (2024) in Edinburgh, Scotland, a series of inexplicable events occurred that captured international attention and fueled intense speculation about the nature of reality itself. On November 15, 2023, during a night shoot in the historic underground vaults, three crew members reportedly vanished while setting up lighting equipment. Security footage showed them simply ceasing to exist mid-stride, leaving behind only their equipment.

The incident gained further notoriety when Level 0. Though this lasted only seconds, multiple crew members corroborated his account.

The Edinburgh Vaults where three crew members mysteriously vanished during filming

Production was temporarily halted as authorities investigated the disappearances. While no trace of the missing crew members was ever found, their disappearance led to a surge of interest in the Backrooms phenomenon and contributed to the trilogy's reputation for blurring the lines between fiction and reality.

Did You Know...

• The Challenger Deep Research Facility featured in City in the Rain was inspired by real deep-sea research stations, with the production team consulting marine scientists to create a believable underwater base design.

• Cashew Water were based on actual psychological studies about familiar scents reducing anxiety in unfamiliar environments.

• The infamous Level 7 Breach scene was filmed in one continuous 12-minute take, requiring over 40 attempts to perfect.

Today's Featured Entity: The Beast of Level 5

The Level 5 in Wanderer, this massive creature became an instant icon of horror cinema. Its distinctive feature - the ability to manifest from and disappear into solid concrete - created some of the most tension-filled sequences in modern horror.

In The News

Recent Developments in the Backrooms Universe

The success of the trilogy has spawned numerous adaptations and spin-offs. The recently announced Level 9 (The Neighborhood) television series will explore the suburban horror aspects of the Backrooms, while focusing on a new cast of characters trying to survive in what appears to be an endless 1950s American suburb.

Dr. Arnold Malkinson actor Jack Nicholson recently revealed in an interview that his portrayal was partially inspired by real-world fringe scientists, particularly those involved in controversial consciousness research during the 1970s.

Community Spotlight

The Level 11 and new theories about the nature of Dullers and their connection to human consciousness.

On This Day

One year ago today, the final scene of City in the Rain was filmed, featuring the emotional confrontation between Maria Diaz and Dr. Malkinson amidst the chaos of the Partygoers invasion. The scene required three days of preparation and involved over 200 extras in Partygoer costumes.

Upcoming Events

• The Backrooms Trilogy Complete Collection, featuring never-before-seen footage and commentary tracks, releases next month
• A documentary exploring the Edinburgh Incident (2023) begins filming next week
• The immersive Backrooms Experience exhibition opens in London, featuring recreations of key locations from the trilogy

Did You Also Know...

The design of the Deathmoths underwent 27 iterations before the final version was approved. The production team worked with entomologists to create a creature that could theoretically exist while maintaining its otherworldly appearance.

The search conducted by David Tennant's character throughout the trilogy mirrors real-world missing persons cases, with the production team consulting with search and rescue professionals to ensure authenticity in the portrayal of a parent's desperate search for their child.

The Major Explorer Group (M.E.G.) headquarters set was actually constructed across three separate sound stages, making it the largest single location built for the trilogy. The set's design incorporated elements from real research facilities and military installations to create a believable lived-in environment for the organization.

In Memoriam

Today we remember the three crew members who vanished during the Edinburgh Incident: Sarah Chen (Lighting Technician), Marcus Rodriguez (Grip), and James MacDonald (Set Security). Their disappearance remains one of the most discussed aspects of the trilogy's production, with some theorizing they may have actually entered the Backrooms themselves.

Their families continue to search for answers, and the production company maintains a trust fund in their names, contributing to missing persons research and support organizations.

The Backrooms Trilogy stands as both a testament to their unexplained fate and a warning about the thin membrane between our reality and whatever lies beyond. As Jenna Ortega stated in her acceptance speech for her Best Actress award, "Some doors, once opened, can never truly be closed again."