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February 27, 2026
Scream 7 review
Neve Campbell, Kevin Williamson and Courtney Cox return for another Ghostface whodunnit that is messy but mostly entertaining
TL;DR
- Scream 7 is a new chapter in the franchise, marking the return of original Scream queen Neve Campbell and writer/director Kevin Williamson.
- The film faced production changes, including the firing of Melissa Barrera and Neve Campbell's return after initially declining due to a low offer.
- Kevin Williamson co-writes and directs, joined by returning cast members Courtney Cox and hints of fan service cameos.
- The plot features Sidney Prescott trying to live a killer-free life, but her past catches up with her, leading to a new killing spree.
- Unlike previous installments, Scream 7 eschews larger meta commentary, focusing on a simpler revenge narrative with a clumsy ending.
- The film struggles to capture the vibe of a new generation, with the latest teen characters described as bland.
- Courtney Cox's return and the surviving twins are highlighted as strengths, bringing back the necessary tone and energy.
- Despite Williamson's claim of less violence, the film features inventively nasty kills, and the score by Marco Beltrami provides effective nostalgia.
- The film has enough life to suggest Scream 8 is inevitable, but Williamson feels like he's treading water.
- Scream 7 is scheduled for release on February 27th.
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