Matthew Lillard's Return to the Scream Franchise: A Shocking Twist for Scream 7
Deadline has reported the surprising news that Matthew Lillard, the unforgettable antagonist Stuart "Stu" Macher from the original 1996 Scream, will be starring in Scream 7. This announcement has sent ripples through the fanbase, sparking intense speculation about his role. Will he reprise his iconic character, or will he take on a completely new persona? Lillard himself hinted at his involvement via an Instagram post (embedded below).
The return of Lillard adds to the already intriguing cast, reuniting him with Neve Campbell (reprising her role as Sidney Prescott) and Courteney Cox. Joining them are Scott Foley, Mason Gooding, and Jasmin Savoy Brown.
The production of Scream 7 has faced significant hurdles. Melissa Barrera was dismissed from the project in November 2023 following social media controversy, and Jenna Ortega also departed, leaving both Carpenter sisters absent from the sequel. Further complicating matters, director Christopher Landon left the project in December 2023, citing a difficult experience. Kevin Williamson, writer of the first, second, and fourth Scream films, has since stepped in as director.
Radio Silence, the directing duo behind Scream and Scream 6, announced their departure from the project in August 2023, though they remain executive producers. Guy Busick, co-writer of the previous two films, is returning to pen the screenplay for Scream 7.
The highly anticipated Scream 7 is slated for release on February 27, 2026.
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