History of Scream 7 in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 1, 2025

Scream 7 is the next installment in the Scream franchise, following Scream VI (2023). Original cast members Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, Matthew Lillard, and Roger L. Jackson reprise their roles, joined by Mason Gooding and Jasmin Savoy Brown from the previous film. New additions to the cast include Scott Foley, Isabel May, Celeste O'Connor, Asa Germann, Mckenna Grace, Sam Rechner, Anna Camp, and Joel McHale. The film, directed by Kevin Williamson with a script by Guy Busick based on a story by James Vanderbilt and Busick, promises another thrilling chapter in the slasher series.

2000: Scream 3 Release

Scream 3, featuring Patrick Dempsey as Mark Kincaid, was released in 2000.

December 2022: Directors Discuss Neve Campbell's Potential Return

In December 2022, directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett expressed interest in bringing Neve Campbell's character back for future sequels following her absence from Scream VI due to a pay dispute.

2022: Directors Express Interest in Neve Campbell's Return

In 2022, the directors of the previous film expressed interest in bringing back Neve Campbell for future sequels.

2022: Previous Scream Film

Scream (2022) was released, featuring Jasmin Savoy Brown.

August 2023: Director Change and Production Suspension

In August 2023, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett left the project due to scheduling conflicts with another film, and Christopher Landon replaced them. The SAG-AFTRA strike led to a suspension of pre-production.

August 2023: Directorial Changes and Production Delays

In August 2023, original directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett left the project due to scheduling conflicts, and Christopher Landon was brought in as their replacement. Pre-production was also put on hold due to the SAG-AFTRA strike.

November 21, 2023: Melissa Barrera Exits Scream 7

On November 21, 2023, Melissa Barrera was reportedly fired from Scream 7 following controversial comments she made regarding the 2023 Israel-Hamas war.

December 2023: Christopher Landon Exits, Creative Retooling

Christopher Landon departed the project in December 2023, and the film underwent a creative retooling with the aim of bringing back actors like Neve Campbell and Patrick Dempsey.

2023: Directors' Continued Interest in Scream Franchise

During the 2023 premiere of Scream VI, the co-directors expressed their desire to continue watching Scream movies, regardless of their involvement.

2023: Initial Cast and Crew for Scream 7 Announced

In 2023, the initial cast and crew for Scream 7 were revealed, including returning actors Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, Mason Gooding, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Matthew Lillard, and Roger L. Jackson, alongside new additions such as Scott Foley, Isabel May, Celeste O'Connor, Asa Germann, Mckenna Grace, Sam Rechner, Anna Camp, and Joel McHale. Kevin Williamson was slated to direct, with Guy Busick writing the screenplay based on a story by James Vanderbilt and Busick.

March 2024: Neve Campbell's Return and Casting Updates

In March 2024, Neve Campbell announced her return as Sidney Prescott, and Kevin Williamson was confirmed as the director. Discussions began with Courteney Cox and Patrick Dempsey to reprise their roles.

March 2024: Neve Campbell Returns, Kevin Williamson to Direct

Neve Campbell confirmed her return to the franchise in March 2024 after being absent from Scream VI. Kevin Williamson was also announced as the director.

September 2024: Initial Filming Date

Filming was initially planned to begin in September 2024 but was delayed.

December 2024: Second Filming Date

The filming start date was pushed back again to December 2024 due to scheduling issues, before ultimately commencing in January 2025.

2024: Abigail Film Release

In 2024, the film Abigail, which caused scheduling conflicts for the original Scream 7 directors, was released.

January 7, 2025: Filming Begins for Scream 7

Principal photography commenced on January 7, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia, under the working title "Scar Tissue".

January 2025: Filming Begins for Scream 7

Filming for Scream 7 began in January 2025.

January 2025: Casting Announcements and Filming

In January 2025, further casting announcements were made, including the return of Roger L. Jackson as Ghostface, Joel McHale as Sidney's husband, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Matthew Lillard as Stu Macher, Mark Consuelos, and Scott Foley.