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Matthew Lillard Returns as OG Scream Star in Scream 7

Author : Bella
May 29,2025

Matthew Lillard is making a comeback for Scream 7. Deadline confirmed that Lillard, known for his iconic role as antagonist Stuart "Stu" Macher in the 1996 original Scream, will star in the upcoming film. Fans are curious about how his character fits into the storyline, given the events of the first movie. Will he reprise his role as Stu or take on a new character? For now, it remains a mystery. However, Lillard teased his involvement with a post on Instagram.

The original cast is coming back together, with Neve Campbell reprising her role as Sidney Prescott and Courteney Cox also joining the cast. Scott Foley, Mason Gooding, and Jasmin Savoy Brown are part of the ensemble as well.

This news comes after a turbulent period during the film's development. Melissa Barrera was let go in November 2023 due to controversial social media posts, and Jenna Ortega decided not to return, leaving the Carpenter sisters central to the series absent. Additionally, director Christopher Landon exited the project in December 2023, citing challenges during production. Kevin Williamson, who wrote the first three Scream films, stepped in as director. Meanwhile, Radio Silence, the directing team behind Scream and Scream 6, will not helm Scream 7 but remain as executive producers. Guy Busick, who co-wrote the last two installments, is back to pen the script.

Scream 7 is set to release in theaters on February 27, 2026.

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