Scream has been named as the official title for Scream 5, the upcoming horror movie sequel from directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett. As the previous installments of the Scream series were always simply titled as Scream 2, 3, and 4, this marks a big change for the franchise, which appears to be taking a cue from 2018’s Halloween reboot/sequel going with the same title as the original film. At least with the Scream series, all five films will still be set in a singular cinematic universe.
News of the sequel getting its title comes straight from executive producer Kevin Williamson in a series of tweets announcing that filming has wrapped on the new Scream.
“That’s a wrap on Scream, which I’m excited to announce is the official title of the next film! Nearly 25 years ago, when I wrote Scream and Wes Craven brought it to life, I could not have imagined the lasting impact it would have on you, the fans,” Williamson wrote, posting a few photos from the set.
He adds, “I’m excited for you to return to Woodsboro and get really scared again. I believe Wes would’ve been so proud of the film that Matt and Tyler are making. I’m thrilled to be reunited with Neve, Courteney, David and Marley, and to be working alongside a new filmmaking team and incredible cast of newcomers that have come together to continue Wes’s legacy with the upcoming relaunch of the franchise that I hold so dear to my heart. See you in theatres January 2022.”
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Scream 5 — er, Scream — brings back Neve Campbell, David Arquette, and Courteney Cox to reprise their franchise roles along with Scream 4 star Marley Shelton. Newcomers to the cast include Kyle Gallner, Jack Quaid, Melissa Barrera, Jenna Ortega, Mason Gooding, and Mikey Madison. Look for the reboot to be released in theaters on Jan. 14, 2022.
That’s a wrap on Scream, which I’m excited to announce is the official title of the next film! Nearly 25 years ago, when I wrote Scream and Wes Craven brought it to life, I could not have imagined the lasting impact it would have on you, the fans. (1/3) pic.twitter.com/RCuhVUclG4
— Kevin Williamson (@kevwilliamson) November 18, 2020
and incredible cast of newcomers that have come together to continue Wes’s legacy with the upcoming relaunch of the franchise that I hold so dear to my heart. See you in theatres January 2022. #ScreamMovie @ScreamMovies (3/3)
— Kevin Williamson (@kevwilliamson) November 18, 2020
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