‘Scream 7’: Everything We Know So Far After Melissa Barrera’s Firing

Core Four forever? love for Scream is bigger than ever, but the future of the franchise is up in the air. In its first weekend, Shouts 6 broke the franchise record by earning $67 million at the box office. Shouts 6 It was the second film with a new generation of stars, including Jenna Ortega, Melissa Barreira, Freemason GoodingAND Brown Savoy Jasmine.

In November 2023, Melissa was removed from the cast of Shouts 7. The actress was fired from the film for her comments on the conflict between Israel and Hamas. The next day, it was reported that Jenna would not be returning Shouts 7 for her Wednesday Season 2 filming schedule.

So what does this mean? Shouts 7? Hollywood life It’s destroying everything we know Shouts 7.

Will there be a seventh ‘Scream’ movie?

Shouts 7 it was confirmed in August 2023 when Christopher Landon was announced as the new director. It’s taking control Matt Bettinelli-Olpin AND Tyler Gillette.

The fifth Scream the film was released in January 2022. After becoming a box office success, Shouts 6 He quickly received the green light. Sixth Scream The film, shot quickly, took place from June to August 2022. Shouts 7 was postponed due to the 2023 writers’ and actors’ strikes.

“Scream 7” release date.

There is no release date for the seventh yet Scream movie. Given the ongoing cast changes, it’s unclear when Shouts 7 production will begin.

Cast of “Grito 7”

After the success of Scream 6, everyone assumed so Shouts 7 I would count on the return of Scream “Core Four”, which includes Jenna Ortega like Tara, Melissa Barreira like Sam, Freemason Gooding like Chad and Brown Savoy Jasmine Like Mindy. They all managed to survive the last round with Ghostface.

However, Core Four is now Core Two following Melissa’s firing and Jenna’s departure. Jenna leaving is because of her. Wednesday Season 2 filming schedule. The Golden Globe nominee is expected to film the second season of the Netflix hit from April 2024 until the summer. There is no information about Jasmin and Mason’s roles in Shouts 7 amidst these changes.

“Spyglass’ position is unequivocally clear: we have zero tolerance for anti-Semitism or hate speech in any form, including false references to genocide, ethnic cleansing, Holocaust distortion or anything that blatantly crosses the line limit of incitement to hatred”. said Spyglass, production. company behind it Screamhe said in a statement about Melissa’s firing.

Hayden Panettiere the long-awaited return where Kirby Reed paved the way for more beloved characters to come. Ghostface stabbed her again, but she survived. She told Tara and Sam to call her if they “ever” needed anything.

Kirby was the perfect bridge between the original characters and the newcomers. He also formed a sweet bond with Tara. Bring Kirby back Shouts 7!

Courtney Cox Gale Weathers also survived another brutal attack by Ghostface. Courteney is the only original. Scream character who has appeared in all 6 films so far. He would probably appear in the seventh issue.

Like all of the above Scream film, a new group of supporting characters would be introduced Shouts 7. One or some of them could be the new Ghostface!

Will Neve Campbell return to Scream 7?

OH Scream The world was surprised in June 2022 when Neve Campbell revealed that he would not return as Sidney Prescott Shouts 6.

“Unfortunately I won’t be doing the next one. Scream film,” Neve said in a statement. “As a woman, I have had to work hard in my career to assert my worth, especially when it comes to Scream. “I felt that the offer they presented to me did not match the value I had added to the franchise.”

Neve’s absence was felt Shouts 6. She was briefly mentioned after Ghostface’s latest series of attacks. Gale revealed that Sidney would not be coming to New York. Sidney and Mark took their children to a safe place to hide from Ghostface.

Sidney Prescott will always be an essential part Scream world, but Neve’s decision not to return did not completely change the story Shouts 6. “This was always the story we wanted to tell, and it’s really exciting that we got to do it,” the writer wrote. James Vanderbilt counted Variety. “The story of sisters Sam and Tara was always what we wanted to be at the center of this. We love Neve and think she’s amazing and we had a great experience with her [Scream] 5. “She has to do what she has to do as a businesswoman and we fully support that.”

Director Tyler Gillette He added: “I think what happened in the end is that we knew that, in the absence of that character, we had to really dig into the main four and make these relationships matter in a really emotional way. The goal was to try to create a connection between these characters and the audience in the same way that we created a connection with Gale, Dewey and Sid. Ultimately, it’s just about having the time and space in the story to really dig deeper. But no, it wasn’t an extremely dramatic turning point.”

Neve hasn’t ruled out bringing Sidney back into the fold. “I don’t know if I’m done for good,” the actress says PEOPLE in August 2022. “It would really depend on what they communicate to me next. It should be different. “It would have to be a different attitude and I’m not sure that will happen.”

The actress continued: “If they came to me with a number that felt right, that felt respectful, that was in line with the value that it brings to the franchise, I would be willing to consider it. [returning in the future]«I don’t think he’s dead, but we’ll see. But honestly, I’m very good. I was able to let it go. I wish you good luck. I’m doing three different shows right now. I’m very, very grateful to be working. I am happy. “Then everything is fine.”

Is Stu Macher alive?

This is the million dollar question. Apparently the OG killer Stu was killed in the first one Scream movie after being stabbed and electrocuted when a television fell on his head. However, a legion of Scream Fans are hoping that Stu somehow survived and has been living in hiding all this time.

Shouts 5 He briefly introduced Stu’s nephew, but was quickly killed by Ghostface. The big showdown took place in Stu Macher’s old house, just like in the original.

Shouts 6 direct reference to Stu Macher. In the warehouse of Ghostface’s sanctuary, the Core Four and others came face to face with key objects from previous murders, including the television that supposedly killed Stu. When Kirby mentions the TV killing Stu, Mindy joked, “If you think she’s dead.”

Scream original screenwriter, Kevin WilliamsonHe said Stu is died died. “He’s not dead. I think it all started with the college scene, the frat party, because he’s in the background. “He came to visit the set that night,” he said. Collider.

The most recent Scream the team isn’t that specific about Stu’s fate. “There is no good answer, so I will never confirm or deny things like that.” James Vanderbilt counted Variety. Producer William Sherak And he added: “Everything is possible.” Producer Paul Einstein He also said, “Characters can come and go! There are several ways to do this. It is part of all their lives; They have an affinity for Scream.“

Even if Stu were dead, he could return Skeet Ulrich Billy Loomis, who appeared in the last two films in Sam’s head. If Stu were somehow still alive, it would be the ultimate twist. Scream 7 could follow the theme of Scream 3: the past can always come back to bite you.