Scream 7 is poised to captivate audiences once again when it hits theaters on February 27, 2026. Under the direction of Kevin Williamson and penned by Guy Busick, this installment promises a thrilling blend of nostalgia and fresh stories. The iconic Courteney Cox is set to reprise her role as Gale, alongside other returning cast members Mason Gooding and Jasmin Savoy Brown, who will continue their roles as Chad and Mindy Meeks-Martin. Notably, Neve Campbell returns as Sidney Prescott, joined by new cast members Joel McHale and Isabel May, portraying Sidney's husband and daughter.
Fans of the franchise will see Skeet Ulrich's character, Billy Loomis, make another ghostly appearance. Billy Loomis, who met his demise at the hands of Dewey (played by David Arquette) in Scream 3, was last seen in spectral form in Scream VI. Furthermore, the chilling voice of Ghostface will once again be provided by Roger L. Jackson, maintaining the eerie continuity that fans have come to love.
This latest installment will delve deeper into Sidney's life as it focuses on her family dynamics, presenting a storyline that involves her daughter and husband. The plot will also address Sidney's half-brother, Roman Bridger, adding another layer of complexity to her familial connections. In a surprising twist, Matthew Lillard is set to return as Stu Macher, bringing back another familiar face from the franchise's storied past.
Additionally, Scream 7 will introduce new talent to its ensemble cast. Mckenna Grace, Celeste O'Connor, Asa Germann, Sam Rechner, Anna Camp, and Mark Consuelos are joining the fray in roles that remain under wraps. Their inclusion promises to add fresh energy to the narrative while maintaining the suspenseful essence of the Scream saga.
The Scream franchise, which began captivating audiences in 1996, has evolved over the years while retaining its core elements of horror and intrigue. Each movie has contributed to a legacy that blends slasher thrills with clever storytelling.
