Alison Brie Expresses Desire to Return to Scream 7, Criticizes Franchise Survival Rates

Alison Brie, known for her role as Rebecca Walters in Scream 4, has expressed strong interest in returning to the Scream franchise for its upcoming seventh installment, despite her character's brutal death in the 2011 film. Alongside her husband Dave Franco, Brie discussed the possibility of resurrecting her character under the new Scream rules that have allowed several deceased characters to return, such as Matthew Lillard and David Arquette. She also criticized the recent trend of too many survivors in the franchise's latest films, suggesting that the 'core four' characters should face higher stakes with fewer surviving by Scream 7. The seventh film, directed by franchise creator Kevin Williamson, features the return of legacy stars like Neve Campbell and Courteney Cox, as well as new cast members, and is set for release in February 2026. Brie’s comments highlight ongoing fan and insider excitement about the film's ability to blend returning characters with fresh faces, while also pushing for a grittier approach to the series’ body count. Her desire to return resonates with a broader trend of bringing back familiar faces in creative ways, keeping the franchise dynamic and unpredictable.