In a shocking turn of events, Melissa Barrera, the talented actress who brought Samantha Carpenter to life in the 2022 Scream film and its sequel Scream VI, has set her sights on a new horizon: Scary Movie 6. The unexpected twist comes on the heels of her departure from the Scream franchise, following controversy surrounding her comments on the Israel-Hamas war.
As the curtain fell on her Scream VII stint, Barrera has made a bold declaration: she’s ready to shatter the mold and become the first major Scream star to crossover into the Scary Movie parody universe. The franchise, which drew inspiration from the original Scream, is gearing up for its sixth installment, slated for a 2025 release.
In an exclusive chat with Inverse, Barrera revealed her excitement about the prospect of joining the Scary Movie family. “I always loved those movies. When I saw it announced, I was like, ‘Oh, that would be fun. That would be so fun to do.’ They have the iconic cast that did it, so we’ll see what goes on with that. I’m just excited to see a new one.”
Barrera’s enthusiasm is palpable, and her desire to venture into the world of horror-comedy is a refreshing change of pace. After all, the Scary Movie franchise has built a reputation on its over-the-top humor and clever send-ups of popular horror flicks. The thought of Barrera, with her Scream-honed skills, bringing her A-game to the Scary Movie universe is a tantalizing prospect.
The timing couldn’t be more intriguing, as the Miramax label at Paramount, now under the guidance of Jonathan Glickman, has given the greenlight to Scary Movie 6. With no writers or director attached to the project yet, the possibilities are endless. Could Barrera’s involvement be the catalyst that brings the franchise back to its former glory?
One thing is certain: Barrera’s interest in Scary Movie 6 has sent ripples through the horror-comedy community. The franchise’s iconic cast members, Anna Faris and Regina Hall, who played Cindy Campbell and Brenda Meeks, respectively, in the first four Scary Movie films, have already expressed their willingness to return for another sequel – provided the price is right. Imagine the excitement of seeing Barrera take the lead, flanked by Faris and Hall in supporting roles, mirroring the dynamic that worked so well in Scream (2022).
As the horror-comedy universe buzzes with anticipation, one question remains: will Barrera’s bold leap into Scary Movie 6 pay off, or will it be a bloody mess? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – Melissa Barrera is ready to take the leap and bring her unique brand of terror to the Scary Movie franchise.
