History of List of Scream (film series) characters in Timeline
The Scream film series features a diverse cast of characters created by Kevin Williamson, Wes Craven, Ehren Kruger, Guy Busick, James Vanderbilt, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Tyler Gillett, and Chad Villella. The series consists of seven films: Scream (1996), Scream 2 (1997), Scream 3 (2000), Scream 4 (2011), Scream (2022), Scream VI (2023), and Scream 7 (2026). The characters navigate the horror of a recurring masked killer, Ghostface, leading to intricate plots and character development across the franchise.
1 day ago : Scream 7 & 8: Cast, ideas, and possible filming teased for the franchise.
The Scream franchise is showing no signs of slowing down, with cast and creatives discussing favorite kills and ideas for future films. Kevin Williamson and Neve Campbell have already started brainstorming Scream 8.
1960: Reference to Anthony Perkins in Psycho
The character Deputy Anthony Perkins in Scream 4 is a nod to actor Anthony Perkins, who portrayed Norman Bates in Psycho (1960).
1996: Campbell wins Saturn Award for Best Actress for Scream
In 1996, Neve Campbell won the Saturn Award for Best Actress for Scream.
1996: Release of Scream
In 1996, the first film in the Scream series, titled Scream, was released.
1997: Cox receives Saturn Award nomination for Scream 2
In 1997, Courteney Cox received a Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actress nomination for her role in Scream 2.
1997: Saturn Award Nominations for Barrymore and Ulrich
In 1997, Drew Barrymore and Skeet Ulrich received Saturn Award nominations for their roles in Scream.
1997: Campbell wins MTV Movie Award for Scream 2
In 1997, Neve Campbell won MTV Movie Award for Best Performance for Scream 2.
1997: Neve Campbell wins Saturn Award for Best Actress for Scream
In 1997, Neve Campbell won the Saturn Award for Best Actress for her role as Sidney Prescott in Scream and an MTV Movie Award for Best Female Performance nomination.
1997: Neve Campbell Wins Saturn Award for Scream
In 1997, Neve Campbell won the Saturn Award for Best Actress for her role as Sidney Prescott in Scream.
1997: Release of Scream 2
In 1997, the second film in the Scream series, titled Scream 2, was released.
1998: Neve Campbell wins MTV Movie Award for Scream 2
In 1998, Neve Campbell won the MTV Movie Award for Best Female Performance for Scream 2 and received a second nomination for the Saturn Award for Best Actress.
1999: Adam Sandler Wins MTV Movie Award for Big Daddy
In 1999, Adam Sandler won the MTV Movie Award for Best Comedic Performance for his performance in Big Daddy.
1999: Release of Big Daddy
In 1999, the film Big Daddy was released, resulting in Adam Sandler winning the MTV Movie Award and Parker Posey losing the award for her role in Scream 3 in 2000.
1999: Cruel Intentions Release
In 1999, the film Cruel Intentions was released, which resulted in Sarah Michelle Gellar winning the MTV Movie Award, causing Campbell to lose the award for her role in Scream 3 in 2000.
2000: Neve Campbell receives MTV Movie Award nomination for Scream 3
In 2000, Neve Campbell received a third Best Female Performance nomination from MTV for her character in Scream 3.
2000: Parker Posey's MTV Movie Award Nomination
In 2000, Parker Posey was nominated for an MTV Movie Award for Best Comedic Performance for her role as Jennifer Jolie.
2000: Release of Scream 3
In 2000, the third film in the Scream series, titled Scream 3, was released.
2000: Roman's Death in Scream 3 referenced in Scream VI
In Scream VI, Detective Bailey and Kirby investigate the new Ghostface, who is leaving behind masks from past killers. Roman's picture can be seen above "Death: 2000".
2001: Ghostface nominated in AFI's 100 Heroes and Villains
In 2001, the character of Ghostface was nominated in the American Film Institute's AFI 100 Years... series, in the "100 Heroes and Villains" category.
2009: Lillard Reveals Stu Was Intended as Killer in Scream 3
In a 2009 interview, Matthew Lillard revealed that Stu was originally intended to be the killer in Scream 3, orchestrating attacks from prison.
2010: Deleted Crime Scene in Scream 4
In 2010, a crime scene aftermath was shot for Scream 4, depicting Marnie hung from a ceiling fan. The scene was deleted, minimizing the remake theme.
2011: Kirby Survives 2011 Killing Spree
In 2011, Kirby survived the killing spree in Scream 4.
2011: Release of Scream 4
In 2011, the fourth film in the Scream series, titled Scream 4, was released.
2015: Death of Wes Craven
In 2015, series veteran director Wes Craven died, and Wes Hicks character was later named as a tribute to him in Scream (2022).
May 2022: Panettiere Signs on for Scream VI in May 2022
In May 2022, Panettiere officially signed on to be a cast member in the upcoming 2023 film Scream VI, indicating Kirby's return.
2022: Deleted Scene in Scream (2022)
A deleted scene for Scream (2022) reunited Woodsboro cops Dewey and Judy, but was cut to give Arquette's character a better introduction and for the audience to spend more time with the newer characters.
2022: Amber Freeman revealed as Ghostface in Scream (2022)
In 2022, Amber Freeman is revealed as one of the Ghostface killers in Scream (2022). She worked alongside Richie Kirsch, seeking to create new "source material" for the "Stab" franchise. She is killed by Gale and Tara.
2022: Jenna Ortega wins Most Frightened Performance at the MTV Movie & TV Awards for Scream
In 2022, Jenna Ortega won Most Frightened Performance at the MTV Movie & TV Awards for Scream (2022), which was also nominated for Best Movie.
2022: Lillard's Vocal Cameo and Background Appearance in Scream (2022)
In 2022, Matthew Lillard made vocal cameos in Scream (2022) as the voice of Ghostface and in Stab 8, and appeared as a background partygoer in Scream (2022).
2022: Richie Kirsch revealed as Ghostface in Scream (2022)
In 2022, Richie Kirsch is revealed to be one of the Ghostface killers in Scream (2022). He is unmasked as Sam Carpenter's boyfriend who sought to revive the "Stab" franchise by framing Sam, Billy Loomis's daughter, for a new series of murders. He is eventually killed by Sam.
2022: Amber's Murders in Scream (2022) Revealed
In 2022, it is revealed that Amber Freeman committed the majority of the murders in Scream (2022).
2022: Ghostface's Identity in Scream (2022)
In Scream (2022), Ghostface is revealed to be Richie Kirsch and Amber Freeman, the boyfriend of Sam Carpenter and the best friend of her sister Tara respectively.
2022: Sidney's Return in Scream (2022)
In Scream (2022), Sidney returns to Woodsboro with her husband, Mark Evans, and their three children to help Sam and Tara kill the new Ghostfaces, avenging Dewey and the other victims.
2022: Kenny's Surname Revealed in Scream (2022)
In Scream (2022), an Easter egg reveals that Kenny Jones' surname, a cameraman for Gale Weathers, is Jones.
2022: Joel's Possible Relationship with Martha Meeks Implied in Scream (2022)
In Scream (2022), it is implied that Joel is the husband of Martha Meeks and the father of Mindy and Chad Meeks-Martin, although it was never confirmed.
2022: Billy's Affair and Daughter Revealed in Scream (2022)
In Scream (2022), it's revealed that Billy cheated on Sidney, fathering a daughter named Sam Carpenter, who he wasn't aware of. Billy appears in Sam's visions, encouraging her to fight the killers.
2022: Character Established as Fictionalized Joshua Jackson in Scream (2022)
In Scream (2022), the character Film Class Guy #1 is retroactively established to be a fictionalized version of the actor Joshua Jackson.
2022: Gale's Remorse and Sidney's Reassurance in Scream (2022)
Scream (2022) shows Gale's remorse for writing the book about Maureen's murder, believing she is responsible for the Ghostface killings. Sidney reassures her that Billy Loomis started it.
2023: Golden Scythe Horror Awards Nominations and MTV Awards for Scream VI
In 2023, Melissa Barrera was nominated at the Golden Scythe Horror Awards for Best Actress In a Leading Role for her performance in Scream VI. Scream VI won for Best Movie and Best Fight at the MTV Awards.
2023: Kirby returns in Scream VI
In 2023, Panettiere officially signs on to be a cast member in the upcoming film Scream VI, indicating Kirby's return.
2023: Release of Scream VI
In 2023, the sixth film in the Scream series, titled Scream VI, was released.
2026: Upcoming release of Scream 7
In 2026, the seventh film in the Scream series, titled Scream 7, is scheduled to be released.
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