Overview

• Jenna Ortega revealed her decision to leave 'Scream 7' stemmed from the firing of co-star Melissa Barrera and the departure of directors Tyler Gillett and Matt Bettinelli-Olpin.
• Ortega stated her exit was unrelated to pay or scheduling conflicts, contradicting earlier reports.
• The firing of Barrera by Spyglass Media in November 2023, over social media posts supporting Palestine, led to widespread production upheaval.
• Christopher Landon, initially set to direct 'Scream 7,' also resigned, calling the project a 'dream job turned nightmare.'
• The franchise is undergoing a creative overhaul with original writer Kevin Williamson directing and legacy star Neve Campbell returning for the 2026 release.