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  • ‘Scream VI’ Stabs Up Franchise’s Best Thursday Previews

    ‘Scream VI’ Stabs Up Franchise’s Best Thursday Previews

    It looks like the sixth entry of the Scream franchise has opened big, as the film pulled in $5.7M in Thursday previews, which would make it the biggest ever for the franchise. It’s also set to expand its theater count on Friday from 3,125 to 3,675 with a chance at a powerful $35M to $40M opening weekend.

    As such, it would take the top spot from the last entry which also opened a strong $34M during the pandemic. Scream VI is set to break that record and is on track to move closer to the $40M if it continues at this rate. As such, it might have a good chance to blow past the film’s $138M worldwide total, which was already impressive on a tiny $24M budget.

    The only question is if this film can stab Michael B. Jordan‘s Creed III from the top spot, which it dominated last weekend with an overperforming $58M opening. Though it does seem likely that it’ll beat it unless the boxing film has some impressive staying power for viewers that just couldn’t get enough the first time around.

    The only depressing opening is Adam Driver‘s new sci-fi film 65 which earned an okay $1.2M in previews and isn’t likely going to set the weekend ablaze. Reviews aren’t kind to the film either, as it has a critical score of 30% and an already rotten Audience Score just as it entered the weekend.

    Source: The Numbers, Variety, Rotten Tomatoes

  • ‘Scream VI’ Looks To Break $35 Million Opening Weekend Record

    ‘Scream VI’ Looks To Break $35 Million Opening Weekend Record

    Scream VI is hitting screens Friday, March 10, and early reports suggest that the film could see at least $35 million from its opening weekend. The latest Scream film will have big shoes to fill as the industry expects it to improve over 2022’s Scream, which debuted at $30 million. Scream VI will likely see steep competition as the box officer leader, Creed III, has firm control of ticket sales and is expected to have a decent holdover going into its second weekend.

    Of course, something working in the film’s favor is that the long-running Scream horror series is very popular and found success last year with $81 million domestically. Following the success of 2022’s Scream, Paramount quickly crafted another installment, promoting this year’s film with the infamous knife-wielding masked murderer fans have openly embraced.

    Scream VI tells the story of survivors looking for a fresh start in New York. However, things quickly turn as they stumble upon a new Ghostface killer and a bloody rampage. The latest installment stars Melissa Barrera, Jenny Ortega, and Courteney Cox, and sees the return of Hayden Panettiere as Kirby Reed. It

  • ‘Scream 6’ Adds Samara Weaving and Tony Revolori to Cast

    ‘Scream 6’ Adds Samara Weaving and Tony Revolori to Cast

    The Scream franchise has officially expanded its ensemble with two marquee additions for its next film. As initially reported on by Bloody Disgusting and later confirmed by Deadline, both Samara Weaving and Tony Revolori have been cast in undisclosed roles for Scream 6. The latest installment in Paramount Pictures’ horror franchise is currently in production and is slated to release theatrically on March 31, 2023.

    In addition to the new names, Melissa Barrera, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Mason Gooding, and Jenna Ortega return after appearing in the initial revival film earlier this year. In addition, this film will see the return of Hayden Panettiere to the world of Scream as her character Kirby Reed. Directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett are helming this new film after their work on the most recent Scream film.

    The young Tony Revolori has established himself as a mainstay in the landscape of Hollywood and this currently untitled Scream sequel has the potential to continue to elevate him as a performer. He’s best known from his work as Flash Thompson in the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Spider-Man trilogy and especially for his critically acclaimed performance in Wes Anderson’s The Grand Budapest Hotel.

    Meanwhile, this film serves as a reuniting of Samara Weaving and directors Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett after working together on 2019’s Ready or Not. The comedy horror film served as a launching pad for Weaving’s career into more mainstream attention that she has been capitalizing on moving forward. As well, Weaving confirmed to Collider previously that she was approached for a role in this most recent Scream film, but scheduling conflicts prevented her from appearing.

    We were talking about it, but our schedules aren’t gonna work, which is a bummer. We talked about it a lot, but unfortunately, because of scheduling, I couldn’t do it. I’ll still be [in Australia], working on Nine Perfect Strangers, so we couldn’t make it work. Traveling is very difficult these days.

    Samara Weaving

    It certainly will be interesting to follow any further developments for Scream 6 in the year heading into its release and what it may mean for the future of the franchise.

    Sources: Bloody Disgusting, Deadline, Collider  

  • New ‘Scream 6’ Set Photos Offer First Look at Courteney Cox

    New ‘Scream 6’ Set Photos Offer First Look at Courteney Cox

    It was back in March when we learned that the Scream reboot is not only getting a sequel in 2023 but also that Courteney Cox is making her return to the horror franchise again. Wasn’t too surprising given that the Spyglass Media film pulled in $140M on a tiny budget and directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett were eager to tackle another entry. Early June, we got some set photos teasing that the sequel will take place in New York City, which is quite the departure from their usual home of Woodsboro, California. Now, a few new set photos have found their way online and they offer our first look at Courteney Cox‘s return. Twitter user @morebuttertv took to their account to share two new images offering a first look at the former Friends star on set.

    We still know very little about the production and how Cox‘s return will tie into the story. The next entry and return of Ghostface will be quite the departure from the previous entries, especially with Neve Campbell no longer involved with the sequel. The franchise built up an ensemble cast over the years, surprisingly if you consider it’s a slasher film, and there are many questions about how they may potentially build upon how the previous reboot ended.

    There’s also the curious question of how they’ll title it. Technically it is Scream 6 but the fifth entry was simply revealed as “Scream.” Now, they could take The Fast Saga route and just get creative with the name, or potentially they’ll go with a simple route by just tilting it Scream 2. Whatever it may end up being, we’re lucky to see this classic franchise make its return.

    Source: Twitter

  • Henry Czerny Joins the Ensemble Cast of ‘Scream 6’

    Henry Czerny Joins the Ensemble Cast of ‘Scream 6’

    The actor is the latest addition to the growing ensemble for the sixth Scream installment at Paramount and Spyglass Media. He will join franchise newcomers Dermot Mulroney, Jack Champion, Liana Liberato, Devyn Nekoda and Josh Segarra. While Melissa Barrera, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Mason Gooding and Jenna Ortega who are reprising their roles from the most recent Scream film, and Hayden Panettiere will reprise her role from Scream 4.

    Production on the film is currently underway. While details remain sparse, it is thought that this installment will follow the four survivors of the most recent film as they leave Woodsboro behind in hopes of beginning a new chapter. This will mark the first Scream film not to feature Neve Campbell’s Sidney Prescott, while Courtney Cox is expected to return as Gale Weathers.

    The sixth Scream film will hit theaters on March 31st, 2023. It is being directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, who helmed the most recent film, from a script by James Vanderbilt and Guy Busick. Kevin Williamson, who penned the first Scream film, is also on board as a producer. It’ll also be produced by Project X Entertainment’s Vanderbilt, Paul Neinstein and William Sherak.

    Source: Deadline

  • ‘Scream 6’ Adds Josh Segarra, Liana Liberato, and More to Cast

    ‘Scream 6’ Adds Josh Segarra, Liana Liberato, and More to Cast

    Scream 6 has gotten hit by a setback when Neve Campbell announced that she would not be returning. The franchise saw a new jolt of energy when it released a new entry in 2022 that revived the franchise with a sequel quickly underway. Production has already started and it looks like the next entry is heading to New York City. Still, it looks like they’ve added four new faces to the franchise.

    Deadline has reported that Liana Liberato, Jack Champion, Devyn Nekoda, and Josh Segarra to the cast. They join a cast that already sees some iconic members join from the last installment, which includes Melissa Barrera, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Mason Gooding, and Jenna Ortega. They’ll join the sixth entry in the franchise that’ll also see Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett back in the director’s chair.

    The fifth installment took quite the stab at the box office, as it made $140M worldwide on a small budget. The story will see the survivors of the last Ghostface killings leave Woodsboro behind and start off a new chapter in their lives. It’s unclear what might lead the iconic slasher to make his return, but we’ll know more when the film releases on March 31st, 2023.

    Source: Deadline

  • First ‘Scream 6’ Set Photos Tease New York City Setting

    First ‘Scream 6’ Set Photos Tease New York City Setting

    It looks like Scream has found a new home in the upcoming sixth entry, as Twitter user @topgirlcassidy has shared some set photos from Montréal, Canada where they are filming the sequel. Yet, many of the vehicles have seemingly hinted at the sequel taking place in New York City, as there are NYPD cars and license plates on the vehicles. It’s quite the departure from the story normally taking place in Sidney Prescott’s (Neve Campbell) hometown of Woodsboro California. You can see the set photos here:

    https://twitter.com/topgirlcassidy/status/1535611808307879938

    The franchise made a grand return with its latest entry simply titled Scream brought back some iconic cast members and reintroduced Ghostface to a new generation. Yet, the sixth entry will be its potentially biggest departure with Campbell no longer involved in the production. It’s unclear how they will continue to tell this story that commonly revolves around Sydney Prescott, but they may be redefining the franchise.

    Of course, some familiar faces are making their return and it’s not going to be a full-on reboot of the franchise. The new setting in New York City could possibly be also just a temporary switch and doesn’t necessarily mean that the franchise is completely moving away from Woodsboro.

    Source: Twitter

  • UPDATE: Neve Campbell Confirms She’s Not Returning For ‘Scream 6’

    UPDATE: Neve Campbell Confirms She’s Not Returning For ‘Scream 6’

    UPDATE: Neve Campbell has now confirmed that she won’t be returning for the next entry. In a new piece by Deadline, she offered a statement in regards to why she’ snot returning for Scream 6, which has some curious implications but confirms it was a “difficult decision to move on.”

    As a woman I have had to work extremely hard in my career to establish my value, especially when it comes to Scream. I felt the offer that was presented to me did not equate to the value I have brought to the franchise.

    Source: Deadline

    The Scream franchise burst back onto the scene this year as the fifth installment in the franchise returned to theaters. The newest film brought in a new gang of characters as a new Ghostface returned to Woodsboro, bringing Gale Weathers, Sidney Prescott, and Dewey back into the fold.

    It seems only one franchise favorite may be making their return for the upcoming sixth film in the franchise as Neve Campbell is rumored to be sitting this one out. Bloody Disgusting is reporting that they’ve been hearing similar rumblings that Campbell is not returning, as the actress was reportedly telling fans at conventions that she will not be returning for the next film.

    It’s not officially confirmed that she’s definitely not returning but her absence would fit where the story last set off. Yet, in the world of horror, it does seem like no one can truly count out anyone who’s been involved with Ghostface to truly go away. Well, except if they are on the other end of his knife.

    Source: Bloody Disgusting

  • Dermot Mulroney Joins ‘Scream 6’s Cast

    Dermot Mulroney Joins ‘Scream 6’s Cast

    The actor is the latest to join the cast of the sixth Scream film. The news comes courtesy of The Hollywood Reporter, with the outlet revealing that the My Best Friend’s Wedding actor has officially closed a deal for the Spyglass Media and Paramount Pictures flick. While details are sparse regarding Mulroney’s role, it is thought that he is playing a cop in the film.

    Filming on the sixth Scream film is expected to begin this summer. It’ll pick-up shortly after the events of the fifth installment, Scream, which released earlier this year. That film managed to pull in $140 million worldwide, reigniting an excitement for Ghostface. Returning from the fifth installment are Melissa Barrera, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Mason Gooding and Jenna Ortega. They’ll be joined by Hayden Panettiere, who will reprise her role as Kirby from 2011’s Scream 4. Also returning for the sixth film is Courtney Cox as Gale Weathers.

    The latest Scream film hails from returning writers James Vanderbilt and Guy Busick, as well as returning directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett. The sixth Scream film will see the story attempt to move outside of Woodsboro as the four survivors of the latest Ghostface killings try to seek a fresh start elsewhere.

    Along with My Best Friend’s Wedding, Mulroney has appeared in titles such as The Family Stone and Young Guns. More recently, he starred in Prime Video’s Hanna series and Hulu’s Four Weddings and a Funeral.

    The sixth Scream installment is expected to hit theaters on March 31st, 2023.

    Source: THR

  • Hayden Panettiere Returns for ‘Scream 6’

    Hayden Panettiere Returns for ‘Scream 6’

    In a surprising twist, Hayden Panettiere is returning to the Scream franchise.

    The news comes courtesy of The Hollywood Reporter, with the outlet reporting that Panettiere is returning as Kirby Reed for Scream 6. The actress first appeared in Scream 4, which debuted in 2011 and also starred Emma Roberts as Jill Roberts. Scream 4 marked the final Scream film to be directed by Wes Craven prior to his passing in 2015. The movie also saw Craven reunite with Kevin Williamson who penned the original film and its sequel.

    Panettiere’s return comes a day after four more survivors were announced for Scream 6. She’ll join Melissa Barrera, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Mason Gooding and Jenna Ortega who all starred in the fifth film, Scream. Also confirmed to return for the film is Courtney Cox, and while Neve Campbell has not been announced yet, she has confirmed she was approached for the project.

    The sixth Scream film will be directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett from a screenplay by James Vanderbilt and Guy Busick. The project will be produced by Project X Entertainment’s Vanderbilt, Paul Neinstein and William Sherak. Williamson, who penned the first Scream film, is also on board as a producer.

    Principal photography on Scream 6 is slated to kick off this summer. The film is set to hit theaters on March 31, 2023.

    Source: THR.