Scream 2023 Box Office and Release
Scream 2023, also known as Scream VI, opened in U.S. theaters on March 10, 2023, and earned approximately $44.5 million in its domestic opening weekend according to The Numbers. The film is a direct sequel to Scream (2022) and the sixth main installment in the Scream franchise. It was distributed by Paramount Pictures and produced by Spyglass Media Group and Project X Entertainment. The movie was directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, with a screenplay by James Vanderbilt and Guy Busick.
As of mid-2023, Scream 2023 grossed over $169 million worldwide, placing it among the higher-grossing entries in the slasher franchise. The film faced competition from other spring releases but maintained strong audience demand in its first weeks. Its runtime is 123 minutes, and it received a PG-13 rating from the MPA for violence and language. The cast includes Melissa Barrera, Jenna Ortega, Mason Gooding, and Courteney Cox reprising her role as Gale Weathers.
Cast, Characters, and Plot
The story follows a new group of survivors targeted by a Ghostface killer in New York City, with Sam Carpenter, played by Melissa Barrera, returning from the previous film. Jenna Ortega stars as Tara Carpenter, the younger sister of Sam, while Mason Gooding and Jasmin Savoy Brown reprise their roles as Chad and Mindy Meeks-Martin. The film introduces several new characters and expands the mythology of the original Ghostface killers.
Scream 2023 features cameos and references to earlier films in the franchise, including the return of Courteney Cox as reporter Gale Weathers. The plot centers on the legacy of Sidney Prescott and the ongoing investigation into the origins of the Ghostface mask and voice changer. The film includes meta-commentary on reboot culture and sequel fatigue, a recurring theme in the Scream series. For more on the franchise history and previous installments, you can refer to the Scream wiki on Fandom.
Production Companies and Behind the Scenes
Scream 2023 was produced by Spyglass Media Group, Project X Entertainment, and Radio Silence Productions, with Paul Neinstein, William Sherak, and James Vanderbilt serving as producers. The film was executive produced by Casey Affleck and Kevin Scott Frakes, and it was shot primarily in Atlanta, Georgia. The soundtrack features a mix of original score by Brian Tyler and licensed tracks that reference the franchise's horror and pop culture roots.
Principal photography began in June 2022, and the film was greenlit after the strong box office performance of Scream (2022). The production team used practical effects alongside CGI to create the iconic Ghostface kills, aiming for a modern horror aesthetic. The film was rated and certified by the MPA, and its marketing campaign included trailers, posters, and partnerships with brands like Halloween costume retailers. For details on the production timeline and financials, you can visit the official Paramount Pictures site.