Get ready for a chilling return to Woodsboro—or what’s left of it. Paramount Pictures has just dropped the trailer for Scream 7, and it’s stirring up more than just nostalgia. Directed and co-written by franchise mastermind Kevin Williamson, the film reunites fan favorites Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, and a slew of new faces, including Isabel May, Jasmin Savoy Brown, and Joel McHale. Mark your calendars: Scream 7 slashes its way into theaters on February 27, 2026.
But here’s where it gets controversial... The plot picks up with Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) living a quiet life—until a new Ghostface emerges, setting their sights on her daughter (Isabel May). Sidney’s forced to confront her darkest nightmares, battling not just the killer but the ghosts of her past. Sounds familiar, right? And this is the part most people miss: while the franchise has always thrived on its meta-horror charm, Scream 7 feels like it’s clinging to a formula that’s lost its edge. Even the characters seem tired of Ghostface’s antics—so why should we, the audience, still care?
As someone who’s adored every Scream film (yes, even the questionable ones), I’m struggling to get behind this latest installment. Directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett already pushed the franchise to its limits with Scream (2022) and Scream VI, but the handling of Melissa Barrera’s exit—and the subsequent fallout—left a sour taste. Kudos to Jenna Ortega for standing her ground, but it’s hard to support a series that feels past its prime. The Carpenter sisters’ arc deserved a better conclusion, not this endless cycle of reboots and retreads.
Kevin Williamson’s return as director is a bold move, but let’s be honest: the magic of the original Scream was lightning in a bottle. The adrenaline rush of seeing legacy characters return in 2022 has faded, and the once-sharp tropes now feel like parodies of themselves. When even the characters are rolling their eyes at Ghostface, isn’t it time to let this franchise rest in peace?
Here’s the real question: Is Scream 7 a fitting continuation, or is it just another cash grab? The trailer didn’t exactly reignite my hope, but I’m curious to hear your take. Are you excited for more Ghostface, or do you think it’s time to hang up the mask? Drop your thoughts in the comments below or hit us up on X (https://x.com/NextBestPicture). Let’s debate—before the killer cuts us off.
