Paramount and Miramax are teaming up to bring back the iconic Scary Movie franchise, with plans to start production on a new installment in the fall. The announcement was made at CinemaCon, where Paramount revealed that the new film will be produced by Neal H. Moritz, known for his work on the Fast & Furious series.
The original Scary Movie, directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans, was released in 2000 and became a global success, grossing $278 million. The film starred Anna Faris and Regina Hall and spawned four sequels, with the most recent installment, Scary Movie 5, hitting theaters in 2013.
Miramax will be financing the new Scary Movie, while Paramount will handle distribution. The decision to revive the franchise comes at a time when the horror genre is experiencing a resurgence, with films like Blumhouse's productions dominating the box office.
The new Scary Movie is expected to capitalize on the evolution of the horror genre since the last installment, with plenty of new material to satirize. The success of 2022's Scream, which breathed new life into its own franchise while poking fun at modern horror tropes, serves as a testament to the enduring popularity of the genre.
Details about the cast of the new Scary Movie have not been revealed, leaving fans to speculate whether the film will feature the original stars, an all-new cast, or a combination of both. While Paramount has not announced a specific release date, the film is anticipated to hit theaters in 2025.
