Scream (2022)
The Ghostface killer returns to Woodsboro in this legacy sequel blending fresh scares with beloved franchise icons.
Scream - Movie Information
- Original Title: Scream
- Release Year: 2022
- Directed by: Tyler Gillett, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Horror, Mystery
- Age Rating (US): R
- Runtime: 1h 54m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): January 12, 2022 (Belgium - 16), January 14, 2022 (United States - R), January 14, 2022 (Canada), January 14, 2022 (United Kingdom - 18), January 13, 2022 (Germany - 16), January 12, 2022 (France - 16), January 13, 2022 (New Zealand - 16), January 13, 2022 (Australia - MA15+), January 13, 2022 (Brazil - 16), January 13, 2022 (Mexico - B15), January 13, 2022 (Italy - VM14), January 14, 2022 (Spain - 16), February 17, 2022 (South Korea - 18)
- Alternative Titles: Врисак 5 (RS), Gritos 5 (PT), Sikoly: Ötödik rész (HU), Scream 5 (DE), Vreskot 5 (SK), Pânico 5 (BR), الصرخة 5 (SA), Qışqırıq 5 (AZ)
- Production Companies: Paramount Pictures, Project X Entertainment, Radio Silence, Spyglass Media Group
- Production Countries: United States of America
Scream - Plot
Twenty-five years after a streak of brutal murders shocked the quiet town of Woodsboro, a new killer has donned the Ghostface mask and begins targeting a group of teenagers to resurrect secrets from the town's deadly past.
Scream - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see the terror of Ghostface unleashed once more:
It's always someone you know.
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Scream - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Tyler Gillett
- Matt Bettinelli-Olpin
Main Cast
- Melissa Barrera
- Jenna Ortega
- Mason Gooding
- Jasmin Savoy Brown
- Jack Quaid
- Mikey Madison
- Courteney Cox
- David Arquette
- Neve Campbell
- Dylan Minnette
Writers
- James Vanderbilt
- Guy Busick
Producers
- William Sherak
- James Vanderbilt
- Paul Neinstein
- Chris Stone
Scream - FAQs
Who is the Ghostface killer in Scream 2022?
The Ghostface killers in Scream (2022) are revealed to be Richie Kirsch (Jack Quaid) and Amber Freeman (Mikey Madison). They are obsessed fans of the in-universe Stab horror franchise who orchestrate the murders to inspire a new, more authentic sequel to the films.
Is Scream 2022 a sequel or a reboot?
Scream (2022) is a legacy sequel, sometimes called a 'requel' — a term the film itself coins. It continues the original storyline with returning characters Sidney Prescott, Gale Weathers, and Dewey Riley, while simultaneously introducing a new generation of protagonists led by Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega.
Where can you stream Scream 2022?
Scream (2022) is available to stream on Paramount+, including via the Amazon Channel and Roku Premium Channel. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Pluto TV offers ad-supported viewing.
Who are the main actors in Scream 2022?
The film stars Melissa Barrera as Sam Carpenter, Jenna Ortega as Tara Carpenter, Jack Quaid, Mikey Madison, Mason Gooding, and Jasmin Savoy Brown as the new generation. Legacy cast members Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, and David Arquette reprise their iconic roles as Sidney, Gale, and Dewey.
What is the age rating for Scream 2022?
Scream (2022) is rated R in the United States by the MPA. The rating reflects strong bloody violence, language throughout, and some sexual references. It is not suitable for viewers under 17 without parental guidance. International ratings include 18 in the UK and 16 in several European countries.
How long is Scream 2022?
Scream (2022) has a runtime of 1 hour and 54 minutes (114 minutes). The film was directed by Tyler Gillett and Matt Bettinelli-Olpin of the Radio Silence collective and was released theatrically in the United States on January 14, 2022.
How was Scream 2022 received by critics?
Scream (2022) was very well received, earning a Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes with over 76% approval from critics. Reviewers praised its sharp self-awareness, clever meta-commentary on horror sequels, effective scares, and the seamless blending of legacy characters with a compelling new cast.
Who directed Scream 2022?
Scream (2022) was directed by Tyler Gillett and Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, the filmmaking duo behind the Radio Silence collective. They are also known for directing Ready or Not (2019). The screenplay was written by James Vanderbilt and Guy Busick.
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