Key Points
- The first trailer for Scary Movie 6 will reportedly debut online on March 2, 2026.
- The footage is already playing in theaters ahead of Scream 7.
- The film is scheduled to hit theaters on June 12, 2026, marking the franchise’s return after 13 years.
- Marlon Wayans teased parodies of films including Get Out, Nope, Heretic, Terrifier 3, and A Quiet Place.
- Original cast members including Anna Faris, Regina Hall, Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, and Dave Sheridan are returning.
Trailer Release and Theatrical Debut
According to industry insider Daniel RPK, the first trailer for Scary Movie 6 will be released online on March 2, 2026. The footage is currently playing in theaters before screenings of Scream 7.
The film, directed by Michael Tiddes (A Haunted House), arrives in theaters on June 12, 2026, more than a decade after Scary Movie 5.
Plot and Parody Targets
While official plot details remain under wraps, Marlon Wayans has hinted that the film will parody a wide range of horror titles, including Get Out, Nope, Heretic, I Know What You Did Last Summer, Scream, and Oscar-nominated Sinners.
Reports also suggest the film will spoof Terrifier 3, with Felissa Rose appearing in a nod to the franchise’s infamous mall Santa scene. Additional parodies may include Zach Cregger’s Weapons and John Krasinski’s A Quiet Place.
Cast and Creative Team
The screenplay was co-written by Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Keenen Ivory Wayans, and Rick Alvarez.
Returning cast members include:
- Marlon Wayans as Shorty Meeks
- Shawn Wayans as Ray Wilkins
- Anna Faris as Cindy Campbell
- Regina Hall as Brenda Meeks
- Jon Abrahams as Bobby Prinze
- Lochlyn Munro as Greg Phillippe
- Dave Sheridan as Doofy Gilmore
Wayans has promised a “no holds barred” approach, describing the film as an “equal opportunity offenders” comedy designed to make audiences laugh regardless of sensitivities.
Context: Franchise Legacy
The Scary Movie franchise, launched in 2000, became a box office hit by parodying popular horror films with outrageous humor. Its return after 13 years taps into nostalgia while aiming to satirize modern horror trends.
What Happens Next?
With the trailer set to drop in early March, fans will soon get their first look at the long-awaited sequel. The film’s June release positions it as one of the summer’s major comedy events, with expectations high for both returning stars and fresh parodies.
