Scream 7: The first trailer is expected to be released in September

It will soon be time for the popular slasher series "Scream" to return to the big screen. Hollywood insider Daniel Richtman reports that we will be presented with the first trailer for "Scream 7" in September. According to YouTuber 3C Films and the portal Fear HQ, there are also initial details about the content of the trailer.

Apparantly both the movie and the trailer start in the iconic town of Woodsboro. The fictional small town is the setting for the "Scream" series, particularly in the first part, but also in later films. We follow a young couple, played by Michelle Randolph and Jimmy Tatro. The two check into an AirBnB, which is actually the old house of one of the first Ghostface killers: Stu Macher, played at the time by Matthew Lillard. In the opening sequence, the couple is attacked by a Ghostface killer in classic "Scream" tradition.

However, the trailer then switches to a place called Pine Grove. There we get an insight into the life of Neve Campell's Sidney Prescott. We are also supposed to see Sidney's daughter, played by Isabel May, and her circle of friends. But then, of course, Sidney gets a typical "Scream" phone call, which really gets the plot rolling. But we don't want to reveal any more at this point for spoiler reasons.

We hope to be able to present you with the first "Scream 7" trailer as soon as possible. However, you'll have to wait until early 2026 for the movie. The theatrical release is scheduled for February 27.

Two former Ghostface killers return in Scream 7

It has been known for some time that two old Ghostface killers will play a role again in "Scream 7". One of the returnees is none other than Matthew Lillard. His character actually died at the end of the first film. It remains to be seen in what form Matthew Lillard will be seen in "Scream 7". Skeet Ulrich's character Billy Loomis – who also died in part one – reappeared in "Scream 5" as a ghost or hallucination.

Scott Foley will also return to his role as Roman Bridger – the half-brother of Sidney Prescott and main antagonist from "Scream 3". Roman was also killed at the end of his movie. This development is also interesting in the context of some rumors surrounding the story. Artificial intelligence and deepfake technology are said to be central themes in "Scream 7". Although it is still unclear exactly how these elements will be incorporated, it is conceivable that they will play a role in this context. Could Ghostface, for example, use deepfakes to imitate the faces of long-dead characters?

The cast of "Scream 7"

The seventh installment of the slasher series features both familiar and new faces. The cast is led by Neve Campbell, who returns to her signature role as Sidney Prescott after her absence in "Scream 6". Also on board is Courteney Cox, who continues her long-standing connection to the series as journalist Gale Weathers. Surprisingly, David Arquette is also part of the cast as Dewey Riley.

Another familiar face is Mason Gooding, who will be back as Chad Meeks-Martin. Mindy Meeks-Martin, played by Jasmin Savoy Brown, also returns. As Sidney's daughter Tatum, Isabel May will likely take on a central new role. Joel McHale has been cast as Sidney's husband Mark Evans – a character that was previously only hinted at. Also new are Anna Camp, Mckenna Grace, Celeste O'Connor, Asa Germann, Sam Rechner, Ethan Embry and Mark Consuelos.

The "Scream" series

The "Scream" series is one of the best-known and most influential horror franchises in modern film history. Since the first film by director Wes Craven in 1996, the series has secured a firm place in the genre with its mix of slasher suspense, black humor and self-deprecating meta-level. With Ghostface's iconic mask, cleverly constructed twists and a recurring cast of characters, "Scream" has thrilled new generations of horror fans over the decades. The series succeeds in breaking classic genre conventions while at the same time lovingly quoting them – a trademark that keeps "Scream" fresh and relevant to this day.