Matthew Lillard Sets 'Scream 7' Return

Is Matthew Lillard Returning for ‘Scream 7’? Actor Confirms His Comeback to the Horror Franchise
Matthew Lillard’s character, Stu Macher, in 1996’s Scream has become an icon since the film revitalized the horror genre way back when. Stu was a villain, yes, but he was a lovable villain that had some hilarious one-liners.
Matthew Lillard Is Coming Back For ‘Scream 7’
Matthew Lillard, who played Stuart ‘Stu’ Macher in the first 1996 Scream movie, is returning to the franchise for Spyglass/Paramount’s Scream 7.
Matthew Lillard Returning for ‘Scream 7'
Matthew Lillard still likes scary movies. The actor, who starred in Wes Craven’s original “Scream” and did not return for future entries considering, well, narrative events, is joining the cast of the franchise’s upcoming seventh installment.
Matthew Lillard is returning for Scream 7, fulfilling his promise to be right back
The seventh Scream film, set for Feb. 27, 2026, will return Neve Campbell to the franchise after her absence in the sixth installment. Franchise vet Courtney Cox is also returning, making Lillard’s involvement a bit of a reunion.
SCREAM 7 (2026): Matthew Lillard Slated to Return For New Film in Popular Horror Series
Matthew Lillard Coming Back to Scream Franchise. Matthew Lillard of Scooby-Doo fame is going to be back on the big screen in the latest Scream picture which is
‘Scream’ alum Matthew Lillard hints that killer Stu Macher is coming back
This line, famously spoken by the character Stu Macher in the original 1996 “Scream” movie, made a momentous new appearance Thursday when actor Matthew Lillard, who played Stu, posted a video on Instagram Thursday teasing a return to the “Scream” franchise after 30 years away.
'Scream 7': Matthew Lillard's shock return, Mark Consuelos, and everything else we know
Ghostface is slashing his way back into theaters in 2026 with "Scream 7," and some previous franchise stars are reportedly making shock returns.
Stu is back? Matthew Lillard returning for Scream 7
After last appearing in 1996's Scream, Matthew Lillard is returning for the upcoming slasher Scream 7. Will Lillard reprise his role as Stu Macher?The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox
Scream 7 Cast Brings Back Matthew Lillard After First Movie
With the buzz around Scream 7 continuing to rise, the much-awaited horror sequel has added another name from the original flick to its cast in the form of Matthew Lillard. The 55-year-old actor received global recognition for his part in 1996’s Scream,
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With Stu Returning in Scream 7, I Think This Fan Theory Makes The Most Sense
Now that Matthew Lillard is playing Stu Macher in Scream 7, I think this fan theory about how he fits into the slasher ...
Bringing Back Matthew Lillard and Scott Foley Is the Only Way To Save a Messy Scream Franchise
Scream is up to six films and still going strong thanks to the clever premise that keeps bringing fans to the theaters. If ...
Ethan Embry Joins Cast Of ‘Scream 7’
EXCLUSIVE: The Scream 7 cast continues to grow with the addition of Ethan Embry ( First Man, Grace & Frankie ), who will star ...
‘So desperate it’s cringeworthy’: Why Matthew Lillard’s ‘Scream 7’ reveal is making fans angry
Seeing the Scream franchise use him for damage control and him agree after all they've done is terribly disappointing.' ...
Scream 7 is bringing back one of horror's most iconic killers
Scream 7 is set to bring back one of the horror franchise's most iconic killers. According to Entertainment Weekly, the upcoming instalment will see the return of Matthew Lillard's Stu Macher, who was ...