The new Scary Movie comes out in theaters in June 2026. Paramount first dated it for June 12, 2026. The Wayans brothers are back writing for the first time since 2001, and Anna Faris and Regina Hall return as Cindy and Brenda. Here’s what’s confirmed, what’s still rumor, and how to catch up before opening night.
When does the new Scary Movie come out?
You can see it in June 2026, theatrical first. Paramount announced the date in early 2025 and gave the film a prime summer slot. That’s a confident move for a spoof sequel arriving 13 years after the last entry.
Studios shuffle summer calendars all the time, so treat the exact day as provisional until tickets go on sale. The month has held steady since the announcement.
Streaming will come later. Paramount usually sends its theatrical releases to Paramount+ after the cinema run. Nobody has announced a streaming date yet, so ignore any site claiming one.
Is it called Scary Movie 6?
Mostly in search bars. Fans type scary movie 6, scary movies 6 or scary movie six. Paramount’s materials have leaned on the plain Scary Movie branding, which puts it in reboot-sequel territory like Scream (2022). It still follows the original films and their characters.
Who’s in the Scary Movie 6 cast?
The trades (Deadline, Variety and The Hollywood Reporter, all reliable on casting) reported the core returning lineup in 2025.
| Actor | Role | Last appearance |
|---|---|---|
| Anna Faris | Cindy Campbell | Scary Movie 4 (2006) |
| Regina Hall | Brenda Meeks | Scary Movie 4 (2006) |
| Marlon Wayans | Shorty Meeks | Scary Movie 2 (2001) |
| Shawn Wayans | Ray Wilkins | Scary Movie 2 (2001) |
Faris and Hall carried the first four films, and neither appeared in Scary Movie 5 (2013). That film starred Ashley Tisdale and Simon Rex and is the entry fans most like to forget. Getting both back is the clearest sign this one wants to feel like the 2000 original.
Expect more names before release. Cameo-heavy casting has been part of the formula since Leslie Nielsen and Charlie Sheen turned up in the Zucker era. Until Paramount or a major trade confirms a name, treat social media cast lists as fan wishlists.
Who’s making it?
Michael Tiddes directs. He made A Haunted House (2013), A Haunted House 2 (2014) and Fifty Shades of Black (2016) with Marlon Wayans, so he knows the Wayans rhythm.
Keenen Ivory, Shawn and Marlon Wayans wrote the new film. Keenen directed the first two films, which Shawn and Marlon co-wrote, and the brothers walked away after Scary Movie 2. David Zucker took Scary Movie 3 (2003) and Scary Movie 4 (2006), and Malcolm D. Lee directed Scary Movie 5.
The film comes from Paramount and Miramax. Paramount holds a major stake in Miramax, which owns the old Dimension Films library where the franchise started.
Is there a Scary Movie 6 trailer?
Paramount’s official channels handle the real trailer. Anything else needs a second look.
The search term scary movie 6 trailer is full of fan-made “concept trailers.” They mash up old footage, AI voices and clips from other horror films. Some get millions of views and a lot of shares. If a video isn’t posted by Paramount, a cast member or a major trade, assume it’s fan work.
The Wayans brothers have also teased the project on their own social accounts. Those clips come straight from the filmmakers, so you can trust them, but they’re promo bits, not the theatrical trailer.
What will it spoof?
The plot is still under wraps, and that’s the right call for a parody. Most of the jokes depend on which films it targets.
The 2000 original mainly spoofed Scream (1996) and I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997). The decade since Scary Movie 5 has been packed with obvious targets: Get Out, Smile, M3GAN, Barbarian, Terrifier and the Scream revival itself. Fans and entertainment sites have guessed at many of these. Until the trailer shows actual scenes, those guesses are guesses, so don’t take any list as confirmed.
Scary Movie 6 popcorn bucket: anything yet?
Novelty buckets have become a marketing event of their own since the Dune: Part Two sandworm went viral in 2024. AMC, Regal and Cinemark usually reveal themed buckets a few weeks before release, often with pre-order windows.
A Ghostface-style or Shorty-themed bucket would fit this franchise perfectly. Watch those chains’ concession announcements in spring 2026 rather than resale listings, which often show mockups.
How to catch up before June 2026
You don’t need homework, but a rewatch makes the callbacks land. Here’s the full run so far.
| Title | Year | Director | Subgenre | Scare level | Where to watch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scary Movie | 2000 | Keenen Ivory Wayans | Slasher spoof | 1/5 | Digital rental, streaming varies |
| Scary Movie 2 | 2001 | Keenen Ivory Wayans | Haunted house spoof | 1/5 | Digital rental, streaming varies |
| Scary Movie 3 | 2003 | David Zucker | Supernatural spoof | 1/5 | Digital rental, streaming varies |
| Scary Movie 4 | 2006 | David Zucker | Supernatural spoof | 1/5 | Digital rental, streaming varies |
| Scary Movie 5 | 2013 | Malcolm D. Lee | Found footage spoof | 1/5 | Digital rental, streaming varies |
Streaming rights for these films move between services often. The reliable route is to rent or buy them digitally.
If you only have time for one, watch Scary Movie (2000). It brings back the most returning characters, and it’s the film the new one is clearly built around. It’s R-rated for crude humor, so check the rating before a family night.
If you liked this
A Haunted House (2013): Michael Tiddes and Marlon Wayans, so it’s the closest preview of the new film’s style.
Tucker & Dale vs. Evil (2010): a horror comedy with real heart, built on mistaken identity.
Shaun of the Dead (2004): what a horror comedy looks like when it works as horror too.
If you want something scary while you wait for June, Black Phone 2 is a far darker pick.
FAQ
What is the Scary Movie 6 release date?
Paramount has set a June 2026 theatrical release, first announced as June 12, 2026. Check your local theater for final showtimes as it gets closer.
Is Scary Movie 6 a reboot or a sequel?
It’s a legacy sequel. It continues the original series with returning characters Cindy, Brenda, Shorty and Ray, but it uses the simpler Scary Movie branding.
Are Anna Faris and Regina Hall in the new Scary Movie?
Yes. Both are confirmed, along with Marlon and Shawn Wayans.
Will Scary Movie 6 be on streaming?
Eventually, most likely on Paramount+, but only after its theatrical run. No streaming date has been announced.
Is the new Scary Movie scary?
Not really. It’s a parody, so expect gross-out gags and pop culture jabs, not real dread. If you can’t handle horror but love comedy, this is safe territory.