Neve Campbell attends the “Swan Song” premiere during the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival on September 09, 2023 in Toronto ; Courteney Cox attends the world premiere of Paramount’s “Scream VI” on March 06, 2023 in N.Y.C. ; Matthew Lillard attends the premiere of Netflix’s ‘He’s All That’ in L.A. on Aug. 25, 2021.Photo:Robin L Marshall/Getty; Dominik Bindl/FilmMagic; Michael Buckner/Penske Media/Getty
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Warning:Screamspoilers ahead!
Scream 7has a killer cast full of franchise veterans and newcomers alike.
Reflecting on her return, she told PEOPLE in June 2024 that she was “really grateful” to have been asked to come back “in a respectful way.”
“Those movies have been such a big part of my life and it means so much to me, and I was sad to miss the last one, to not be a part of it,” Campbell said. “I’m grateful to be able to step in into Sidney’s shoes again and tell her story.”
WhileScream 7marks the return of many fan favorites, the project also lost a few key characters during pre-production.
Melissa Barrerawas originally set to reprise her role as Sam Carpenter from 2022’sScreamand 2023’sScream 6, until it was announced in November 2023 that she wasremoved from the castdue to her social media posts about the Israel-Hamas war, perThe Hollywood Reporter.
One day later,Deadlinereported that her on-screen sister,Jenna Ortega, would also not return as Tara Carpenter, citing scheduling conflicts with other projects.
Here’s everything to know about the cast ofScream 7.
01of 14Neve Campbell as Sidney PrescottNeve Campbell in 2022’s ‘Scream 6’.Brownie Harris/Paramount PicturesNeve Campbell is returning to theScreamuniverse and reprising her role as the film’s original protagonist, Sidney Prescott.In a March 2024Instagrampost, the actress expressed her excitement to step back into the role, writing, “Sidney Prescott is coming back!!!!““It’s always been such a blast and an honor to get to play Sidney in the Scream movies,” she wrote. “My appreciation for these films and for what they have meant to me, has never waned.“The actress also shared that she has “dreamt for many years of how amazing it would be to make one of these movies with Kevin Williamson at the helm. And now it’s happening.“As for her personal life, Campbell sharestwo children— Caspian and Raynor — with her partnerJJ Feild.
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Neve Campbell as Sidney Prescott
Neve Campbell in 2022’s ‘Scream 6’.Brownie Harris/Paramount Pictures
Brownie Harris/Paramount Pictures
Neve Campbell is returning to theScreamuniverse and reprising her role as the film’s original protagonist, Sidney Prescott.
In a March 2024Instagrampost, the actress expressed her excitement to step back into the role, writing, “Sidney Prescott is coming back!!!!”
“It’s always been such a blast and an honor to get to play Sidney in the Scream movies,” she wrote. “My appreciation for these films and for what they have meant to me, has never waned.”
The actress also shared that she has “dreamt for many years of how amazing it would be to make one of these movies with Kevin Williamson at the helm. And now it’s happening.”
As for her personal life, Campbell sharestwo children— Caspian and Raynor — with her partnerJJ Feild.
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Courteney Cox as Gale Weathers
Courteney Cox in 2022’s ‘Scream 6’.Brownie Harris/ Paramount Pictures
Brownie Harris/ Paramount Pictures
After starring in all six ofScream’sinstallments, Courteney Cox will reprise her role as Gale Weathers, a journalist-turned-author who has had to face Ghostface’s killings on multiple occasions.
“You can’t get better than that choice,” Cox said. “It’s going to be fun.”
Away from the franchise, Cox has been in a relationship with herpartner Johnny McDaidsince 2013. She also has a daughter,Coco, who she shares with her ex-husband and formerScreamcostarDavid Arquette.
03of 14Mason Gooding as Chad Meeks-MartinMason Gooding in 2022’s ‘Scream 6’.Philippe Bossé/Paramount PicturesMason Goodingwill reprise his role as Chad Meeks-Martin, a Ghostface survivor who first entered the franchise in 2022’sScreamand 2023’sScream 6.During a January 2025 interview withEntertainment Tonight, Gooding reflected on his upcoming on-screen reunion with Jasmin Savoy Brown, who plays his character’s twin Mindy, calling her his “sister."“I check in with her all the time,” he said. “I feel like being able to step into a character that has been inundated with so much love, on set and in general, has allowed Jasmin and I to fall into a rhetoric that’s super comfortable for us, whether it’s like talking on a scene or the decisions made.“He also shared his enthusiasm for Campbell’s return, calling her the “godmother of the genre.”
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Mason Gooding as Chad Meeks-Martin
Mason Gooding in 2022’s ‘Scream 6’.Philippe Bossé/Paramount Pictures
Philippe Bossé/Paramount Pictures
Mason Goodingwill reprise his role as Chad Meeks-Martin, a Ghostface survivor who first entered the franchise in 2022’sScreamand 2023’sScream 6.
During a January 2025 interview withEntertainment Tonight, Gooding reflected on his upcoming on-screen reunion with Jasmin Savoy Brown, who plays his character’s twin Mindy, calling her his “sister.”
“I check in with her all the time,” he said. “I feel like being able to step into a character that has been inundated with so much love, on set and in general, has allowed Jasmin and I to fall into a rhetoric that’s super comfortable for us, whether it’s like talking on a scene or the decisions made.”
He also shared his enthusiasm for Campbell’s return, calling her the “godmother of the genre.”
04of 14Jasmin Savoy Brown as Mindy Meeks-MartinJasmin Savoy Brown in 2022’s ‘Scream 6’.Philippe Bossé/Paramount PicturesJasmine Savoy Brownwill step back into her role as Mindy Meeks-Martin, Chad’s twin sister and fellow Ghostface survivor who appeared in the fifth and sixth installments of theScreamfranchise.In addition to her acclaimed role inScream, Savoy Brown is also known for starring in Showtime’s thrillerYellowjackets.
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Jasmin Savoy Brown as Mindy Meeks-Martin
Jasmin Savoy Brown in 2022’s ‘Scream 6’.Philippe Bossé/Paramount Pictures
Jasmine Savoy Brownwill step back into her role as Mindy Meeks-Martin, Chad’s twin sister and fellow Ghostface survivor who appeared in the fifth and sixth installments of theScreamfranchise.
In addition to her acclaimed role inScream, Savoy Brown is also known for starring in Showtime’s thrillerYellowjackets.
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Matthew Lillard
Matthew Lillard in ‘Scream’ 1996.Dimension Films
Dimension Films
Matthew Lillard, who played villain Stu Macher in the franchise’s first installment, is making a highly-anticipated return to theScreamuniverse. Although he portayed the original co-Ghostface in the 1996 film, he made cameos in the second and fifth installment in 1997 and 2022, respectively, once as a partygoer and later in avoiceover role.
In real life, the actor shares three children with his wife Heather Helm.
06of 14Scott FoleyScott Foley in 2000’s ‘Scream 3’.Dimension FilmsMore than two decades after appearing in the third installment, Scott Foley is returning to theScreamuniverse. While details regarding his character have not been announced, the actor previously played Sidney Prescott’s half-brother Roman Bridger — who was revealed to be the Ghostface killer inScream 3.Off-screen, Foley is married to actressMarika Domińczyk, with whom he shares three children: daughterMalina, and sons Keller and Konrad.
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Scott Foley
Scott Foley in 2000’s ‘Scream 3’.Dimension Films
More than two decades after appearing in the third installment, Scott Foley is returning to theScreamuniverse. While details regarding his character have not been announced, the actor previously played Sidney Prescott’s half-brother Roman Bridger — who was revealed to be the Ghostface killer inScream 3.
Off-screen, Foley is married to actressMarika Domińczyk, with whom he shares three children: daughterMalina, and sons Keller and Konrad.
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Joel McHale as Mark Evans
Joel McHale at the 51st Annual Saturn Awards held at the Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport on February 4, 2024 in Burbank, California.Gregg DeGuire/Variety/Getty
Gregg DeGuire/Variety/Getty
NewcomerJoel McHalejoins the cast as Mark Evans, Sidney Prescott’s spouse.
Although he’ll be playing Prescott’s on-screen husband, in real life, he is married toSarah Williams McHale. Together, they share two sons:Eddieand Isaac.
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Mark Consuelos
Karwai Tang/WireImage
Mark Consuelosismaking hisScreamdebut, though his character has yet to be announced.
Consuelos hasthree childrenwith his wifeKelly Ripa, who has been desperate to learn more about his character’s fate.
While co-hosting their morning talk showLive with Kelly and Markin January 2025, Ripa shared the casting announcement and joked, “Is that what you’ve been doing behind my back?”
“Yes! I had the most amazing time; we were up there in Atlanta,” Consuelos replied.
Ripa then inquired for plot details, asking, “What can you tell us? Are you the killer? … Do you die?”
“I can’t tell you anything. Don’t try to get it out of me. But it’s fun,” he said.
09of 14Isabel May as Sidney Prescott’s DaughterIsabel May arrives at the premiere of Netflix’s “Stranger Things” Season 2 at Regency Bruin Theatre on October 26, 2017 in Los Angeles.Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagicNewcomerIsabel Maywilljoin the castas Sidney Prescott’s daughter.The actress first made waves in Netflix’sAlexa & Katieand gained further recognition for her role as Elsa Dutton inYellowstone’s prequel series1883and1923.She also had a recurring role in the CBS seriesYoung Sheldonand appeared in 2022’sI Want You Back.
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Isabel May as Sidney Prescott’s Daughter
Isabel May arrives at the premiere of Netflix’s “Stranger Things” Season 2 at Regency Bruin Theatre on October 26, 2017 in Los Angeles.Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic
Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic
NewcomerIsabel Maywilljoin the castas Sidney Prescott’s daughter.
The actress first made waves in Netflix’sAlexa & Katieand gained further recognition for her role as Elsa Dutton inYellowstone’s prequel series1883and1923.
She also had a recurring role in the CBS seriesYoung Sheldonand appeared in 2022’sI Want You Back.
10of 14Celeste O’ConnorCeleste O’Connor at the world premiere of Ghostbusters Frozen Empire held at AMC Lincoln Square New York on March 14, 2024 in New York City.John Nacion/Variety/GettyCeleste O’Connor is another newcomer entering theScreamuniverse, though her character details have been kept under wraps.In December 2024, she shared the news onInstagram, writing, “New scream queen unlocked😱🔓👻 letsgooooooo.“The actress added, “I’m so grateful to start 2025 doing what i love!!!!“O’Connor is most known for her roles in 2021’sGhostbusters: Afterlifeand 2024’sGhostbusters: Frozen Empire, as well as 2024’sMadame Web,in which she starred alongsideDakota JohnsonandSydney Sweeney.
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Celeste O’Connor
Celeste O’Connor at the world premiere of Ghostbusters Frozen Empire held at AMC Lincoln Square New York on March 14, 2024 in New York City.John Nacion/Variety/Getty
John Nacion/Variety/Getty
Celeste O’Connor is another newcomer entering theScreamuniverse, though her character details have been kept under wraps.
In December 2024, she shared the news onInstagram, writing, “New scream queen unlocked😱🔓👻 letsgooooooo.”
The actress added, “I’m so grateful to start 2025 doing what i love!!!!”
O’Connor is most known for her roles in 2021’sGhostbusters: Afterlifeand 2024’sGhostbusters: Frozen Empire, as well as 2024’sMadame Web,in which she starred alongsideDakota JohnsonandSydney Sweeney.
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Asa Germann
Asa Germann attends “Cruel Intentions” Los Angeles red carpet premiere at The Ebell Club of Los Angeles on November 19, 2024 in Los Angeles.Anna Webber/Getty
Anna Webber/Getty
Although his role has yet to be disclosed, Asa Germann’s casting announcement marks another new addition to theScreamuniverse.
The actor shared his casting announcement onInstagramin December 2024, writing, “So excited 🥹.”
12of 14Mckenna GraceMckenna Grace attends the ‘Cazafantasmas: El Imperio Helado’ photocall at MandarÃn Oriental Ritz Hotel on March 18, 2024 in Madrid.Pablo Cuadra/GettyAmong the newcomers isMckenna Grace, whose role has also been kept under wraps.In December 2024, the actress shared her excitement for the project onInstagram, writing, “Scream has been a default go to movie for as long as I can remember, when I was sick, sad, bored, my pick for movie night… now I’m quite unsuccessfully trying to play it cool while joining the cast of one of my all time favorite horror franchises.“Scream 7will mark a reunion between Grace and O’Connor after both appearing in2021’s Ghostbusters: Afterlifeand 2024’sGhostbusters: The Frozen Empire.Additionally, Grace starred in 2017’sGiftedand had a role in Hulu’sThe Handmaid’s Tale, for which she earned an Emmy Award nomination.Grace is also set to appear in the upcoming adaptation ofColleen Hoover’sRegretting You, in which she will star alongsideDave FrancoandAllison Williams.
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Mckenna Grace
Mckenna Grace attends the ‘Cazafantasmas: El Imperio Helado’ photocall at MandarÃn Oriental Ritz Hotel on March 18, 2024 in Madrid.Pablo Cuadra/Getty
Pablo Cuadra/Getty
Among the newcomers isMckenna Grace, whose role has also been kept under wraps.
In December 2024, the actress shared her excitement for the project onInstagram, writing, “Scream has been a default go to movie for as long as I can remember, when I was sick, sad, bored, my pick for movie night… now I’m quite unsuccessfully trying to play it cool while joining the cast of one of my all time favorite horror franchises.”
Scream 7will mark a reunion between Grace and O’Connor after both appearing in2021’s Ghostbusters: Afterlifeand 2024’sGhostbusters: The Frozen Empire.Additionally, Grace starred in 2017’sGiftedand had a role in Hulu’sThe Handmaid’s Tale, for which she earned an Emmy Award nomination.
Grace is also set to appear in the upcoming adaptation ofColleen Hoover’sRegretting You, in which she will star alongsideDave FrancoandAllison Williams.
13of 14Sam RechnerSam Rechner attends the 2023 Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Night Gala at Palm Springs Convention Center on January 05, 2023 in Palm Springs, California.Kevin Winter/GettyNewcomer Sam Rechner will join theScream 7cast, though his character has not yet been announced.The actor is most recognized for his roles in 2022’sThe Fabelmansand Netflix seriesHeartbreak High.Rechner also wonGQ Australia’sBreakthrough Actor of the Yearin 2023.
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Sam Rechner
Sam Rechner attends the 2023 Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Night Gala at Palm Springs Convention Center on January 05, 2023 in Palm Springs, California.Kevin Winter/Getty
Kevin Winter/Getty
Newcomer Sam Rechner will join theScream 7cast, though his character has not yet been announced.
The actor is most recognized for his roles in 2022’sThe Fabelmansand Netflix seriesHeartbreak High.Rechner also wonGQ Australia’sBreakthrough Actor of the Yearin 2023.
14of 14Anna CampAnna Camp at the Sunset Blvd. Opening Night on Broadway at St. James Theatre on October 20, 2024 in New York, New York.Jeanette D. Moses/Variety/GettyAnna Campwill be another fresh face entering theScreamuniversein an undisclosed role.“Literally the first movie I ever went on a date with a boy to a movie theatre was the first Scream… and now I get to be in lucky number 7!!! Insane 🤯,” she wrote onInstagramin December 2024.Camp is most known for her parts in 2011’sThe Helpand all three of thePitch Perfectmovies, as well as HBO’sTrue Blood.As for her personal life, Camp has been dating drummerMichael Johnsonfollowing her divorce from herPitch PerfectcostarSkylar Astin.
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Anna Camp
Anna Camp at the Sunset Blvd. Opening Night on Broadway at St. James Theatre on October 20, 2024 in New York, New York.Jeanette D. Moses/Variety/Getty
Jeanette D. Moses/Variety/Getty
Anna Campwill be another fresh face entering theScreamuniversein an undisclosed role.
“Literally the first movie I ever went on a date with a boy to a movie theatre was the first Scream… and now I get to be in lucky number 7!!! Insane 🤯,” she wrote onInstagramin December 2024.
Camp is most known for her parts in 2011’sThe Helpand all three of thePitch Perfectmovies, as well as HBO’sTrue Blood.
As for her personal life, Camp has been dating drummerMichael Johnsonfollowing her divorce from herPitch PerfectcostarSkylar Astin.
source: people.com
