🔪 HELLO, SIDNEY… GHOSTFACE IS BACK AND HE’S COMING FOR YOUR DAUGHTER! 😱 Scream 7 Trailer Just Dropped – Neve Campbell & Courteney Cox Return! (2026)
You thought the killings stopped. Woodsboro forgotten. Sidney finally safe.
WRONG.
Ghostface whispers through the phone: “Nice little town you found… you and your pretty daughter.” Sidney’s eyes flash with terror. Her teenage daughter in the crosshairs. Gale Weathers snarling, “Let’s unmask this fucker.”
Neve Campbell is BACK—stronger, fiercer, ready to end it. Courteney Cox reloads the reporter grit. But this time, it’s personal. Family. Legacy. Blood.
Is this the final scream… or the start of something even deadlier? 😈
Paramount, you evil geniuses—dropping this nightmare fuel just weeks from release. Who’s buying tickets Day 1?👇🩸
With less than a month until its theatrical debut, Scream 7 has reignited fan anticipation following the release of its official trailer in late October 2025. The footage, prominently featuring Neve Campbell as Sidney Prescott and Courteney Cox as Gale Weathers, marks a significant return for the franchise’s core survivors after production turmoil and a shift in creative direction. Directed by Kevin Williamson—the original Scream (1996) writer making his helming debut—the film promises a blend of classic meta-horror, family stakes, and the inevitable Ghostface mask.
The trailer opens with a serene small-town setting—Pine Grove—where Sidney has attempted to build a normal life, running a coffee shop and raising her teenage daughter (played by Isabel May). A chilling phone call shatters the peace: “Hello, Sidney. Did you miss me?” Ghostface taunts, referencing her past and targeting her “pretty daughter.” Quick cuts show Sidney’s fear, Gale’s determination (“Let’s unmask this fucker”), and flashes of violence, including stabbings and chases. The tagline “I’m gonna burn it all down” underscores the personal vendetta, with Sidney vowing to protect her family at any cost. Additional spots, like the “Legacy” trailer, recap the franchise’s history of killers and phone calls, positioning this installment as the culmination of Sidney’s saga.
Production history adds context to the excitement. After Scream VI (2023) shifted focus to new characters in New York without Campbell (due to reported salary disputes), the franchise faced upheaval. Melissa Barrera, who led Scream (2022) and VI as Sam Carpenter, was fired in late 2022 amid controversy over her social media posts related to the Israel-Hamas conflict. Christopher Landon was initially attached to direct but departed in 2024, citing creative differences. Paramount and Spyglass Media pivoted to Williamson, who co-wrote the script with Guy Busick. Campbell announced her return in March 2024, citing a compelling story centered on Sidney. Filming occurred from January to March 2025, with the February 27, 2026, release—including IMAX screenings—confirmed in October 2024.
The cast reunites key survivors: Campbell as Sidney (now Sidney Evans, per recent featurettes confirming her marriage), Cox as Gale, Jasmin Savoy Brown as Mindy Meeks-Martin, and Mason Gooding as Chad Meeks-Martin. New additions include May as Sidney’s daughter, Anna Camp, Joel McHale, Mckenna Grace, Michelle Randolph, Jimmy Tatro, Asa Germann, Celeste O’Connor, Sam Rechner, Ethan Embry, Tim Simons, and Mark Consuelos. Notably, Matthew Lillard reprises Stu Macher (from the original Scream), though details remain sparse. David Arquette’s Dewey Riley, killed in Scream (2022), is not expected to return, though flashbacks or mentions could appear.
Recent promotions, including a January 28, 2026, behind-the-scenes featurette, highlight Williamson’s passion. He describes the project as “personal,” praising the ensemble and emphasizing Sidney’s evolution. Campbell has called it a “swan song” opportunity to close her character’s arc, while Cox noted Gale’s enduring resilience. The trailer avoids major spoilers but leans into franchise staples: self-aware humor, rules of horror commentary, and high-tension kills.
Fan reception to the trailer has been largely positive, with millions of views across YouTube channels. Comments praise Campbell’s commanding presence and the return to Sidney-centric storytelling after Scream VI‘s mixed reviews for sidelining originals. Some express skepticism over the franchise’s longevity post-Scream VI (which grossed over $169 million worldwide but underperformed domestically compared to Scream (2022)’s $121 million). Others debate potential killers, with theories ranging from Sidney’s daughter to legacy characters or new motives tied to fame or revenge.
The Scream series has grossed over $744 million globally across six films, evolving from Wes Craven’s 1996 meta-slasher (which revitalized horror) to a commentary on sequels, reboots, and toxic fandom. Scream (2022) and VI (directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett) introduced new generations while honoring originals. Scream 7 appears to bridge both, focusing on legacy while introducing fresh threats.
Marketing has ramped up in January 2026, with the featurette celebrating Williamson’s direction and teasing emotional depth alongside scares. Paramount’s strategy positions the film as a theatrical event, capitalizing on horror’s box-office strength (e.g., Smile 2 and Terrifier 3 in late 2025). No streaming plans have been announced, emphasizing the big-screen experience.
As February 27 approaches, Scream 7 stands as a test of the franchise’s endurance. With Campbell back and Williamson at the helm, it could deliver the satisfying payoff fans crave—or spark debate over whether the Ghostface saga should end. For now, the trailer has reignited the scream, reminding audiences why the phone call still terrifies.
