Overview

• Christopher Landon says he quit about a week after Spyglass fired Melissa Barrera, noting the script was built around her character and that he had no role in her removal.
• Landon reports receiving death threats that drew studio security and FBI scrutiny, which pushed him to publicly announce his exit.
• Jenna Ortega later said she left because the project was “falling apart” without Barrera and the original team, superseding earlier scheduling explanations.
• Kevin Williamson is directing the retooled film with Neve Campbell returning to refocus the story on Sidney Prescott and emphasize suspense over gore.
• Jasmin Savoy Brown and Mason Gooding remain on board while Barrera and Ortega do not, with Courteney Cox returning and a theatrical release set for February 27, 2026.