A new chapter in the Scream legacy brings the terror back to its roots—while pushing the story forward in deeply personal ways. When a new Ghostface killer surfaces in the quiet town where Neve Campbell’s Sidney Prescott has built a carefully guarded new life, the past refuses to stay buried. This time, the threat hits closer than ever, as Sidney’s daughter—played by Isabel May—becomes the killer’s next target.
Forced back into survival mode, Sidney confronts the trauma she’s spent years trying to outrun. The film leans into the emotional weight of legacy, motherhood, and unfinished business, as Sidney faces the horrors of her past in a final attempt to stop the bloodshed once and for all. The stakes are unmistakably higher, reframing the franchise’s trademark suspense through the lens of family and generational consequence.
Behind the camera, the film marks a significant moment for the franchise, with Kevin Williamson—the original architect of Scream—returning to direct. His involvement signals a tonal return to sharp suspense and character-driven storytelling, balancing meta-horror with genuine emotional payoff.
The production team includes William Sherak, James Vanderbilt, and Paul Neinstein, continuing the franchise’s tradition of pairing high-concept horror with polished, studio-scale execution.
Joining Campbell and May is a robust ensemble cast that blends familiar faces with rising talent. The film stars Courteney Cox, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Mason Gooding, Anna Camp, Joel McHale, Mckenna Grace, Michelle Randolph, Jimmy Tatro, Asa Germann, Celeste O’Connor, Sam Rechner, Ethan Embry, Tim Simons, and Mark Consuelos.
With its focus on legacy characters, a new generation under threat, and the return of the franchise’s original creative voice, the film positions itself as both a continuation and a reckoning—one that aims to close the loop on Sidney Prescott’s story while reminding audiences why Ghostface remains one of horror’s most enduring icons.
In theaters February 27!
