'Scream 7' Director and Stars Exit Amid Controversy

The future of the 'Scream' franchise is in question as director Christopher Landon and actresses Jenna Ortega and Melissa Barrera depart the project, with Barrera's firing over pro-Palestine posts sparking backlash.

Christopher Landon, the director of 'Scream 7', has announced his departure from the film, describing it as a 'dream job that turned into a nightmare'.
Actresses Jenna Ortega and Melissa Barrera, who were set to star in the movie, have also exited the project.
Barrera was fired from the film due to her social media posts supporting Palestine during the Israel-Hamas conflict, a move that has sparked controversy and backlash.
Ortega's departure was initially attributed to scheduling conflicts, but fans and some sources speculate that she left in solidarity with Barrera.
The departures have left the future of the 'Scream' franchise uncertain, with screenwriters Guy Busick and James Vanderbilt reportedly tasked with starting from scratch.