A Trash Fire That Aims Low
SlashFilm • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Michael Tiddes' "Scary Movie" (2026), the sixth installment in the series, delivers occasional absurd humor but largely falls into puerile, offensive territory with crude jokes and a lack of sharp satire.
- The film parodies numerous recent horror movies but lacks critical commentary or a coherent point of view, relying heavily on slapstick and lowbrow humor, including transphobic and queerphobic jokes.
- Returning cast members Anna Faris and Regina Hall contribute to the film's minimal plot, which loosely follows elements from "Scream" (2022) and "Scream VI" (2023), but the story is overshadowed by disconnected vignettes and chaotic spoofs.
- Critics note the film's regressive themes, particularly its negative portrayal of progressive politics and gender identities, which undermines any potential for meaningful satire or cultural critique.
- The movie received a low rating of 2.5/10 from /Film and is set to open in theaters on June 5, 2026.