Scream VII Faces Uncertainty as Key Cast Members and Director Exit

Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega depart following Barrera's controversial social media posts about the Israel-Hamas war, while director Christopher Landon also exits the project.

Melissa Barrera, a lead actor in the Scream franchise, was fired from the upcoming Scream VII due to her social media posts about the Israel-Hamas war, which the production company, Spyglass Media Group, interpreted as antisemitic.
Barrera's co-star Jenna Ortega also exited the franchise shortly after Barrera's dismissal, citing scheduling conflicts, but some speculate it was a show of solidarity.
Christopher Landon, who was set to direct Scream VII, announced his departure from the project, describing it as a 'dream job that turned into a nightmare'.
Barrera maintains that her comments were based on human rights and freedom for people, and she is 'very at peace' with the situation.
The future of the Scream franchise is uncertain, with two leading cast members and a director now notably missing from production.