David Arquette to Reprise Role as Dewey Riley in 'Scream 7'

The seventh installment of the franchise will feature the return of several deceased characters, with details on their reappearance still under wraps.

David Arquette will return as Dewey Riley in 'Scream 7,' despite the character's death in the 2022 film 'Scream' (also known as Scream 5).
Matthew Lillard and Scott Foley, both playing previously deceased characters, are also confirmed to return for the upcoming film.
'Scream 7' will be directed by Kevin Williamson, the original screenwriter of the 1996 film, marking his directorial debut in the franchise.
Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, and other legacy actors will reprise their roles alongside a new cast that includes Isabel May, McKenna Grace, and Joel McHale.
The film, currently in production, is scheduled for release on February 27, 2026, with plot details and the explanation for these character returns yet to be revealed.