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This Terrifying Psychological Thriller Is #8 on Netflix (& I Think I'll Be Avoiding Escape Rooms From Now on)

It's making a comeback

Jael Rucker

By Jael Rucker

Published Sep 8, 2025

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Released in 2019, the psychological thriller stars Taylor Russell, Logan Miller and Deborah Ann Will, and follows a group of six strangers who embark on a series of deadly escape room challenges. Directed by Adam Robitel, Escape Room was an unexpected box office smash upon its release, grossing $155 million on a budget of $9 million. 

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Jael Rucker

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  • Has over a decade of editorial experience in both fashion and entertainment, and was previously with ONE37pm before joining the PureWow team in March 2024
  • Studied journalism and marketing at Columbus State University in Georgia

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