There is still only so much that we know about Scream 7 so far but one thing about the upcoming horror movie that has me most intrigued is the cast. Just like the last couple of Scream movies, the latest sequel to one of the greatest horror movies of all time is a mix of returning veterans and newcomers alike, but the ensemble has me racking my brain a little bit. We will get into what questions I have regarding the Scream 7 cast (and the plot of course) after a brief rundown of other confirmed facts regarding the highly anticipated slasher.
Quick Facts About Scream 7
- Scream 7 is set to stalk theaters on February 27, 2026
- Original Scream scribe Kevin Williamson is directing
- Guy Busick penned Scream 7
- Radio Silence (including Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, who helmed 2022’s Scream and 2023’s Scream VI, and producer Chad Villella) return as executive producers
The Scream 7 Cast
There is much to be excited about regarding the Scream 7 cast, especially the return of one iconic Scream Queen whose particularly important character was noticeably absent from the last installment. Let’s discuss her and the rest of the line-up of potential victims and killers behind the Ghostface mask below.
Neve Campbell (Sidney Prescott)
After feeling her offered salary did not equate to “the value [she brings] to this franchise,” Neve Campbell dropped out of Scream VI. Thankfully, she is thankfully coming back in Scream 7 as the Final Girl who started it all, Sidney Prescott, which she confirmed with an Instagram photo of the sequel's script.
Courteney Cox (Gale Weathers)
After Courteney Cox previously teased there would be more of Gale Weathers in Scream 7 at the Inc. 5000 Conference in October 2024 (via Us Weekly), Variety exclusively confirmed that the Friends cast member will reprise her role as the reporter who nearly succumbed to Ghostface’s knife in the last film.
Mason Gooding (Chad Meeks-Martin)
Also exclusively reported by Variety, Mason Gooding’s Chad is the only member of the “Core Four” confirmed to appear in Scream 7 as of December 2024. The son of Oscar winner Cuba Gooding Jr. has starred in additional horror films like 2022’s Fall and the new A24 movie, Y2K.
Isabel May (Sidney’s Daughter)
As confirmed by Deadline, Isabel May, known as Elsa Dutton from Yellowstone prequels 1883 and 1923, is playing Sidney's unnamed daughter.
Anna Camp
After Deadline reported Anna Camp is joining the Scream 7 cast, the Pitch Perfect cast member personally confirmed the news with an Instagram post in which she recalls her first movie date was to the 1996 original.
Celeste O’Connor
Following her supporting role in the 2020 horror-comedy movie Freaky, Celeste O’Connor (also from 2024’s Madame Web) is entering a more grounded corner of the slasher genre with an unknown role in Scream 7, as Deadline reported in early December 2024.
Asa Germann
Amazon’s Gen V star Asa Germann is following in the footsteps of fellow The Boys universe actor Jack Quaid by joining the Scream franchise, according to Deadline. Whether or not he will also turn out to be the next Ghostface (or one of them) has yet to be revealed.
McKenna Grace
Celeste O’Connor’s Ghostbusters: Afterlife and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire co-star McKenna Grace will reunite with her in the Scream 7 cast. Deadline’s report did not provide any details regarding who the Emmy nominee (for her guest role on The Handmaid’s Tale) may play.
Sam Rechner
Also from Deadline comes the news that Sam Rechner will appear in Scream 7. He is best known for playing a bully in Steven Spielberg’s semi-autobiographical drama, The Fabelmans.
Questions I Have About Scream 7
For every reason I have to be totally jazzed about the confirmed members of the Scream 7 cast so far, I have even more reasons to be curious as to how some actors and their roles will fit into the mysterious plot.
Is Sidney Prescott The Central Focus Again?
When Radio Silence revived the beloved horror movie franchise with their 2022 “requel,” Scream, Sidney was involved but the main focus was the young newcomers, especially Melissa Barrera as Samantha Carpenter. As Neve Campbell’s return in Scream 7 is a much-celebrated occasion, I wonder if the sequel will make up for her absence in the previous installment by having her take the lead once again. The fact that franchise creator Kevin Williamson is running the show this time gives me reason to believe this could be true.
How Will The Story Justify Chad’s Return With Sam And Tara’s Absence?
I am happy to see that one of the most charismatic members of the new “Core Four” is back for Scream 7, with Mason Gooding reprising Chad Meeks-Martin. However, because said foursome was hyped up as an unbreakable dynamic, it feels weird to see only one quarter of that gang returning. At least bringing in Jasmin Savoy Brown as his sister, Mindy, would help ease that tension but it might still be heavily present without Sam and Tara (Jenna Ortega) involved.
How Will The Story Explain Sam And Tara’s Absence?
Speaking of Sam and Tara, let’s get into that mess. In November 2023, Variety reported that Melissa Barrera was fired by Spyglass for comments criticizing seemingly one-sided coverage of the Israeli-Hamas war, and the following day, Deadline reported that Jenna Ortega was not expected to come back either. The idea of Scream 7 without this sisterly duo – the unquestionable anchors of the Core Four – is heartbreaking, even with Neve Campbell’s return, and I genuinely challenge the filmmakers to give us a reason for the characters’ exit that is both logical and satisfying.
What’s Up With Anna Camp’s Character?
Seeing as Anna Camp has become a more prevalent and welcome presence in horror with roles in Shudder’s From Black and Peacock’s horror-comedy series Hysteria!, it is great to hear she will be in Scream 7. Yet, that being said, I cannot help but wonder what her role will be and how it will be involved. Could she be related to one of the other new characters, or could she be retconned as a never-before-seen old friend of Sidney? While the latter could make things interesting, I would much prefer the former.
Is Matthew Lillard Finally Coming Back As Stu?
I do not think there is a single more pressing question on Scream fans’ minds than whether or not Matthew Lillard’s long-awaited return as Stu will occur in this sequel. The theory that Billy Loomis’ co-Ghostface did not actually die in the 1996 original (as hinted in Scream VI) has kept hope for this reprisal alive for years. No one wants to see this happen more than Lillard himself, who believes that Stu is “definitely alive” and told Fandom that even if he was in the next Scream, he "would lie direct to your face” about it.
How To Watch The Scream Movies So Far
It would be best to catch yourself up on the ongoing story of this long-running, classic horror franchise before you see Scream 7. Luckily, it looks like you will have plenty of time.
The first four installments are among the best horror movies on Max and Radio Silence’s “requels” are both available to stream with a Paramount+ subscription. However, 2022’s Scream is also one of the best horror movies on Netflix at the moment.
- Stream Scream on Max
- Stream Scream 2 on Max
- Stream Scream 3 on Max
- Stream Scream 4 on Max
- Stream Scream (2022) on Netflix
- Stream Scream (2022) on Paramount+
- Stream Scream VI on Paramount+
The story is far from over, so be sure to follow the rules and keep your eyes peeled for more updates on Scream 7.
