Matthew Lillard Returns for Scream 7
Deadline reports that Matthew Lillard, the iconic antagonist Stuart "Stu" Macher from the original 1996 Scream, will star in Scream 7. This news has fans speculating about his role – will he reprise Stu, or take on a new character? Lillard himself hinted at his involvement via an Instagram post (see below).
The announcement marks a reunion of sorts for the original Scream cast, with Lillard joining Neve Campbell (reprising her role as Sidney Prescott) and Courteney Cox. Other confirmed cast members include Scott Foley, Mason Gooding, and Jasmin Savoy Brown.
This is significant news for a film that faced production challenges. Melissa Barrera was dismissed from the project in November 2023 following social media controversy. Jenna Ortega also departed, meaning both Carpenter sisters, central to the franchise since 2022's Scream, are absent. Director Christopher Landon left in December 2023, citing a difficult experience. Kevin Williamson, writer of the first, second, and fourth Scream films, has since taken over directing duties.
Radio Silence, the directing duo behind Scream and Scream 6, stepped away from Scream 7 in August 2023 but remain executive producers. Guy Busick, co-writer of the previous two installments, returns to pen the screenplay.
Scream 7 is slated for release on February 27, 2026.
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