Sarah Michelle Gellar Seeks Role in Scream 7

Sarah Michelle Gellar, best known for her roles in 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' and 'Scream 2,' has expressed a desire to reprise her role as Cici Cooper in the upcoming 'Scream 7,' despite her character's death in the 1997 film. Gellar has noted that other actors whose characters were killed off, such as Skeet Ulrich, Matthew Lillard, David Arquette, and Scott Foley, are returning for the new installment. She has actively sought a part in the film but has not been contacted by the filmmakers. The anticipated 2026 release of 'Scream 7' will feature legacy stars including Neve Campbell and Courteney Cox, amid recent cast changes. Gellar’s interest highlights the franchise's trend of reviving fan-favorite characters to appeal to nostalgia. Her involvement remains unconfirmed, but her enthusiasm mirrors growing fan excitement for the next sequel.