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- The "Scream" horror movie franchise began in 1996 and now includes six films.
- The entire film series, including "Scream 6," is now streaming on Paramount Plus ($5/month).
- You can also buy the "Scream" movies from digital retailers like Amazon.
Created by writer Kevin Williamson and director Wes Craven, "Scream" is a highly popular satirical horror franchise. Since debuting in 1996, the film series has become notable for its clever social commentary, meta-humor about horror tropes, and traditional slasher twists.
The "Scream" franchise primarily follows Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) as she and her friends are terrorized by various masked killers under the guise of Ghostface. The first five films focus on Sidney and recurring characters like Dewey Riley (David Arquette) and Gale Weathers (Courteney Cox), although each "Scream" movie features new additions to the cast and different Ghostface killers.
The latest entry in the franchise, "Scream 6," is the first movie in the series without Neve Campbell, but it does still feature appearances by some actors from the earlier films, like Courteney Cox. It also stars several returning cast members from the fifth "Scream" movie, including Jenna Ortega and Melissa Barrera.
If you're looking to catch up on the entire "Scream" franchise, you're in luck. All six movies can be streamed or purchased online from several services.
Where to watch 'Scream' movies
You can stream all six "Scream" movies with a subscription to Paramount Plus ($5 a month). Alternatively, if you don't want to subscribe to a streaming service, you buy the "Scream" films from digital retailers like Amazon.
| Title | Subscription service | Rent or buy |
| "Scream" (1996) | Paramount Plus | Amazon, Apple TV |
| "Scream 2" (1997) | Paramount Plus | Amazon, Apple TV |
| "Scream 3" (2000) | Paramount Plus | Amazon, Apple TV |
| "Scream 4" (2011) | Paramount Plus | Amazon, Apple TV |
| "Scream" (2022) | Paramount Plus | Amazon, Apple TV |
| "Scream 6" (2023) | Paramount Plus | Amazon, Apple TV* |
*Amazon and Apple TV currently only offer a purchase option for "Scream 6." A rental option is expected later this year.
Will there be a 'Scream 7'?
"Scream 7" has not been officially announced yet, but the filmmakers behind "Scream 6" are hopeful that another installment will be made. When asked about the potential for a seventh movie at the "Scream 6" premiere, directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett told Deadline that they want to continue the franchise.
Is there a 'Scream' TV show?
The popularity of the "Scream" film series also spawned a TV show on MTV and VH1. The "Scream" anthology series ran for three seasons from 2015 to 2019. Though it's inspired by the film franchise and does feature a Ghostface killer in season three, the show has no direct connection to the movies.
You can watch all three seasons of the "Scream" show on Netflix.
Jordan Williams Freelance Writer Jordan Williams is a freelance contributor for Insider Reviews. She covers streaming service trends, value comparisons, and content availability. She has been writing about streaming and the entertainment industry since 2021, having published over 1,000 articles to date across different publications. Since 2021, Jordan has been a movie/TV features writer at Screen Rant, where she has also covered industry news, exclusive events, set visits, and reviews. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Oregon in 2020 with a major in Psychology and a minor in Media Studies. When not writing about tech or movies, Jordan enjoys exploring the natural beauties of the Pacific Northwest. She can also be found posting reviews on Letterboxd or rewatching "Schitt's Creek" for the umpteenth time. Read more Read lessYou can purchase logo and accolade licensing to this story here.
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