YouTube Horror Short 'Open Door' Lands Six-Figure Hollywood Deal

Executive Briefing

• Secures six-figure development deal following viral success of Kevin Cate's three-minute elevator horror short.
• Amassed over 15 million views across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, driving Hollywood interest.
• Retains original cast Sean Anthony Baker and Mia Matthews, with Cate co-writing the feature script.
• Targets filming in 2025 and a 2027 release, currently in budgeting phase with no crowdfunding sought.
• Mirrors the 'Backrooms' trend of YouTube viral horror content transitioning into full studio productions.