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Christopher Landon Reflects on Exit from 'Scream 7' After Death Threats

The former director opens up about the fallout from Melissa Barrera's firing and Jenna Ortega's departure, which led to FBI involvement and a creative overhaul of the franchise.

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Overview

  • Melissa Barrera was fired from 'Scream 7' in November 2023 for pro-Palestinian social media posts, which the production company deemed hate speech.
  • Jenna Ortega left the project shortly after Barrera's firing, citing the breakdown of the creative team as her reason for exiting.
  • Director Christopher Landon received aggressive death threats blaming him for Barrera's firing, despite his lack of involvement in the decision.
  • The FBI and studio security teams investigated the threats, which targeted Landon and his family, prompting his decision to leave the project in December 2023.
  • Kevin Williamson, the original 'Scream' screenwriter, has taken over as director, with the film set for release in February 2026 and featuring a nostalgic cast of returning franchise stars.