Movies - Scary Movie 6: The First Trailer to Debut in U.S. Theaters Ahead of Scream 7, Marking a Full-Circle Moment for the Franchise

By Mulder, 26 february 2026

The return of Scary Movie is not just another sequel announcement : it is a calculated, almost poetic comeback. The first official trailer for Scary Movie 6 will debut in U.S. theaters ahead of Scream 7, a marketing move that feels less like coincidence and more like a deliberate wink to longtime fans. After all, the original Scary Movie (2000) built much of its identity by parodying Scream and late-1990s slasher culture. Now, twenty-six years later, the franchise that once mocked Ghostface will reintroduce itself in front of the very saga that inspired its existence. It is a clever, meta-layered strategy that immediately signals confidence and nostalgia, while reminding audiences that Scary Movie was once a defining force in horror comedy.

Officially announced at CinemaCon in April 2024, the sixth installment is being fully financed by Miramax, with Neal H. Moritz producing under Original Film. What truly elevates this revival, however, is the long-awaited creative reunion of Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, and Keenen Ivory Wayans, who return as screenwriters and producers for the first time in seventeen years. The trio originally co-wrote Scary Movie (2000) and Scary Movie 2 (2001), with Keenen Ivory Wayans directing both and Marlon Wayans and Shawn Wayans starring as Shorty Meeks and Ray Wilkins. Their absence from the later sequels was often cited by fans as a turning point in the franchise’s tone, so their involvement in Scary Movie 6 feels like a course correction. The script is co-written with Rick Alvarez, and direction is handled by Michael Tiddes, a frequent collaborator of Marlon Wayans. Production is also supported by Ugly Baby Productions, the banner led by Marlon Wayans and Rick Alvarez, reinforcing the sense that this installment is firmly rooted in the original creative DNA.

Casting choices further underline the legacy sequel ambition. Anna Faris and Regina Hall, who portrayed Cindy Campbell and Brenda Meeks across the first four films, had publicly expressed interest in returning, and in August 2025 their participation was officially confirmed. Their comeback alone is likely to reignite nostalgia among early-2000s audiences. They are joined by Marlon Wayans, reprising Shorty, and Shawn Wayans, once again playing Ray. Returning cast members from the original film include Jon Abrahams as Bobby Prinze, Lochlyn Munro as Greg Phillippe, and Dave Sheridan as Doofy Gilmore. Cheri Oteri and Chris Elliott are also attached, though initial reports did not clarify whether they will reprise previous roles or portray new characters. In February 2026, Anthony Anderson confirmed his return as well, strengthening the ensemble’s nostalgic appeal. Alongside the veterans, a new wave of cast members, including Damon Wayans Jr., Kim Wayans, Heidi Gardner, Olivia Rose Keegan, Savannah Lee Nassif, Cameron Scott Roberts, Sydney Park, Gregg Wayans, Ruby Snowber, and Benny Zielke, signals an effort to bridge generations and expand the franchise’s comedic reach.

Creatively, the film aims to update its parody targets for the modern horror landscape. Marlon Wayans has indicated that contemporary genre hits such as Get Out (2017), Nope (2022), Longlegs (2024), Heretic (2024), and Sinners (2025) will be spoofed, alongside classic franchises like Scream and I Know What You Did Last Summer, which formed the backbone of the original film’s narrative structure. Additionally, Scary Movie 6 will parody Terrifier 3 (2024), featuring appearances by Felissa Rose and Michael Leavy. A controversial sequence involving Art the Clown blowing up a mall was initially removed but later reinstated in a trimmed-down version, illustrating the delicate balancing act between pushing boundaries and adapting to contemporary audience sensitivities. The franchise has always thrived on irreverence and shock value, but today’s cultural climate demands a sharper calibration of satire.

Principal photography began on October 1, 2025, and wrapped on November 24, 2025, with filming taking place at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta. Distribution will be handled by Paramount Pictures under its first-look deal with Miramax. The film is scheduled for release in France on June 3, 2026, and in the United States on June 12, 2026. The official synopsis remains straightforward and in keeping with the franchise’s formula: two friends once again find themselves entangled in chaos involving killers, monsters, and supernatural threats.

By placing its first trailer in front of Scream 7, Scary Movie 6 is doing more than advertising a sequel , 
it is reclaiming its origin story. The strategy underscores how deeply intertwined the two franchises have always been and reminds audiences that parody and horror have evolved side by side for decades. The crucial question now is whether this sixth installment can recapture the anarchic energy and cultural timing that made the first films such box-office sensations while resonating with a new generation raised on “elevated horror” and social media-driven trends. Either way, the mere image of a Scary Movie preview unspooling before a new Scream chapter is already a statement: the parody that once mocked the slasher revival is ready to step back into the spotlight.

Synopsis :
Two friends find themselves caught up in mayhem involving killers, monsters, and supernatural creatures once again.

Scary Movie 
Directed by Michael Tiddes
Written by Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Keenen Ivory Wayans, Rick Alvarez
Produced by Neal H. Moritz, Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Keenen Ivory Wayans, Rick Alvarez
Starring  Anna Faris, Regina Hall, Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Jon Abrahams, Lochlyn Munro, Cheri Oteri, Dave Sheridan, Anthony Anderson, Chris Elliott
Cinematography : NC
Edited by Jonathan Schwartz
Production companies : Miramax, Original Film, Ugly Baby Productions
Distributed by Paramount Pictures
Release date : June 3, 2026 (France), June 12, 2026 (United States)         
Running time : NC