Scream 7 Just Pulled Off A Box Office First For The Long-Running Horror Franchise
SlashFilm • • entertainment
Key Points:
- "Scream 7" has become the highest-grossing film in the "Scream" franchise, earning $204 million worldwide, surpassing the original 1996 film's $173 million total.
- The movie marks the return of Neve Campbell as Sidney Prescott, which helped position it as a major event for horror fans despite her absence in the previous sequel.
- Opening with a record $97 million globally, "Scream 7" experienced a significant domestic drop but maintained steady international performance, contributing to its strong overall box office results.
- Despite its commercial success, the film received mixed reviews, holding a 31% critic rating on Rotten Tomatoes, though audience scores were more favorable at 75%.
- The strong box office showing ensures the continuation of the franchise, with Paramount likely to proceed with "Scream 8," albeit with a cautious budget due to the mixed reception of this installment.
