The official Scream 7 trailer just dropped, and horror fans—especially those missing Neve Campbell—have plenty to scream about! Sidney Prescott is back, the stakes are higher, and Ghostface has a terrifying new focus… Sidney’s daughter. Let’s sink our teeth into everything you need to know about Scream 7 and why this trailer has social feeds in a frenzy.
Scream 7 Trailer: Neve Campbell Is Back, Baby!
After sitting out the last blood-soaked chapter, Neve Campbell makes a triumphant return as Sidney Prescott in Scream 7, set to release on February 27, 2026. The trailer opens in the most meta way possible: a couple checks into the infamous “Scream house,” now an Airbnb with creepy Stab-inspired decor—only to be greeted by Ghostface wielding knives and nostalgia. Fans get a jolt when Sidney is shown living her “quiet small-town life” with her daughter, Tatum (a heartfelt nod to Sidney’s bestie from the original Scream), but that bliss is butchered fast as Ghostface sets his chilling sights on her next generation
The new trailer oozes homage to Wes Craven’s original, with signature eerie phone calls (“Miss me?”) and a cascade of blink-and-you’ll-miss-it references. One standout: Sidney’s named her daughter after Tatum Riley, memorializing her iconic friend who met Ghostface in that infamous garage scene way back in ’96.
All Eyes on Scream 7: Cast, Surprises & Franchise Shifts
Scream 7 isn’t just a nostalgia parade—there’s real seismic change. While core faces Neve Campbell (Sidney) and Courteney Cox (Gale) return, franchise fans will notice two shocking absences: Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega are both out. Instead, the plot pivots to Sidney’s struggle to protect her daughter Tatum (played by Isabel May), with new cast members Joel McHale, Anna Camp, and Mckenna Grace joining the bloody fray.thedirect+5
The new director is none other than Kevin Williamson, mastermind behind the original Scream movies. Franchise favorites Mason Gooding and Jasmin Savoy Brown reprise their roles as Chad and Mindy, bringing a new generation of horror heroes to the front lines. There are also rumors of classic Ghostfaces popping up, including Stu Macher (Matthew Lillard) and Roman Bridger (Scott Foley!), which has die-hard fans theorizing about multikiller mayhem and shocking returns.
Scream 7’s Plot: Family, Survival, and a New Ghostface
Sidney’s new life is instantly shattered by a fresh Ghostface killer stalking her daughter, sending her spiraling back into a nightmare she thought she’d escaped. The trailer flashes scenes of panic rooms, hidden weapons, and Gale Weathers hot on the killer’s trail. There’s a deep personal edge this time: Sidney’s daughter vowing she won’t be a victim, bringing mother-daughter resilience into the franchise’s signature scream-heavy drama.
And the biggest fan question: Who is the new Ghostface? Internet sleuths are already combing through voice clips and split-second trailer shots for clues, with theories flying about whether this killer is a brand new threat or an old enemy in disguise.
Scream 7 Release Date, Boycott Buzz & Final Thoughts
Mark your calendars—Scream 7 lands in theaters February 27, 2026. Not all the buzz is positive—longtime fans are debating the exit of previous leads, and backlash about casting changes continues online. Still, the franchise’s blend of nostalgic callbacks, a powerhouse final girl, and fresh twists is giving horror devotees everything they crave.
