‘Scream 7’ Sets Franchise Record with $7.5M in Previews

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Published: February 27, 2026 5:01 AM ET

‘Scream 7’ Sets Franchise Record with $7.5M in Previews

Paramount’s latest horror installment, Scream 7, has set a franchise record, raking in $7.5 million during its previews. This impressive figure marks the highest for the Scream series, surpassing the previous record of $5.7 million held by Scream VI.

Scream 7 Preview Performance

The $7.5 million in preview earnings exclusively came from Thursday night, following a fan preview event that began at 6 PM. These previews featured special content and merchandise, followed by broader screenings starting at 6:30 PM.

Previous Franchise Records

Scream VI: Previews – $5.7 million
Scream VI: 3-Day Domestic Opening – $44.4 million
Scream VI: Global Debut – $66.4 million

Screening Formats for Scream 7

Scream 7 will not be available in 3D as its predecessor. Instead, it will be shown in IMAX and ScreenX formats for the first time in the series’ history. The movie will also run on D-Box and premium large-format screens.

Critical Reception

Critics have rated Scream 7 more harshly compared to earlier entries, currently holding a 38% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. In contrast, audience reviews have been more favorable, with a score of 79%.

Comparison With Previous Films

Film	Critics Score	Audience Score
Scream 7	38%	79%
Scream VI	77%	90%
Scream (2022)	76%	82%

Returning Characters and Crew

This installment brings back iconic character Sidney Prescott, played by Neve Campbell, who returns to Pine Grove, Indiana, accompanied by her daughter, Isabel May. They are pursued by the menacing Ghostface killers.

Notably, original screenwriter Kevin Williamson is directing Scream 7 for the first time, bringing a fresh perspective to the long-running series. The film is produced by Radio Silence, consisting of Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, who directed the last two entries.

Box Office Prospects

Scream 7 is the only major studio release this weekend, making it a key player at the box office. The film has a production budget of $45 million, co-financed equally by Spyglass and Paramount. Across its first six installments, the Scream franchise has achieved a staggering total of $908.5 million in global box office receipts.