Courteney Cox confirms her return for ‘Scream 7’ after major cast shake-ups

Courteney Cox is returning to the Scream franchise for the seventh installment, set to be released in 2026. The casting lineup has shifted with major shake-ups, including Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega exiting due to controversy and scheduling conflicts. Only Jasmin Savoy Brown and Mason Gooding are expected to return alongside Cox. Cox expressed her excitement about reprising her role as Gale Weathers, the franchise’s longest-standing character. Hayden Panettiere’s character’s return is uncertain. Kevin Williamson, the original screenwriter, will now direct the seventh film, replacing Christopher Landon. Neve Campbell is also confirmed to return as Sydney Prescott after sitting out the previous installment due to salary disputes.