How to watch Scream 6 (2024)

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Ghostface is back with Scream VI (aka Scream 6), this time ready to terrorize his victims in New York City. The latest entry in the horror franchise comes just a little more than a year after Scream (2022) came out. That movie is now available for streaming, but what are you going to need to do to watch Scream VI?

Scream VI is one of the more anticipated new movies of 2023, headlining a busy March that includes Creed III, Adam Driver's 65, John Wick: Chapter 4 and . But if it's scares you want, Scream VI is the pick.

Here is everything that you need to know about how to watch Scream VI.

How to watch Scream 6 in movie theaters

Scream VI is still playing in movie theaters around the world. To see where and when Scream VI is playing near you, you can check the official Scream VI website, your local movie theater website or Fandango, which gives you all the Scream VI showtimes in your area. You can also purchase your tickets for Scream VI directly through any of these services.

Movie fans, something worth looking into if you love going to the theater but don't love paying the full price of the ticket each time is movie theater subscription and membership deals. These offerings (available with both US and UK theater chains) give consumers free, discounted and/or monthly allotments of tickets to see just about anything they want. They also often have deals for concessions and other things to help make the movie experience special.

Is Scream 6 streaming?

Horror fans can no stream Scream VI via Paramount Plus. You need a subscription to watch the latest entry in the horror franchise on the platform, but it does not matter if you sign up for the $4.99 per month or $9.99 per month plan, it is available on both (though FYI, the cheaper option does include ads).

If you don't want to subscribe to a monthly streaming service just to watch Scream VI, the movie is also available to rent digital via on-demand platforms.

What else to know about Scream 6

Scream VI picks up after the events of Scream (2022), with Sam (Melissa Barrera), Tara (Jenna Ortega), Mindy (Jasmin Savoy-Brown) and Chad (Mason Gooding) have relocated to New York to try and move on after surviving the most recent Ghostface attack. However, they soon learn that the big city isn't big enough, as a new iteration of the killer is out to get them.

In addition to the new "core four," Courtney Cox is back as Gale Weathers, as is Scream 4 star Hayden Panettiere as Kirby Reed. Joining the cast for Scream VI are Jack Champion, Henry Czerny, Liana Liberato, Dermot Mulroney, Devyn Nekoda, Tony Revolori and Samara Weaving.

The movie is being directed by Scream (2022) directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillet, with a script by James Vanderbilt and Guy Busick.

Scream VI has earned a Rotten Tomatoes score of 77% "Fresh" (as of March 9). Read What to Watch's Scream VI review to find out our thoughts.

Check out the trailer for Scream VI directly below.

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How to watch Scream 6 (2024)

FAQs

Can I watch Scream 6 without seeing the others? ›

While you can probably follow the new movie well enough without having seen the others, Scream has a long and involved history that you might want to delve into—or delve back into, if you've seen the movies before.

What Scream movies do I need to watch before Scream 6? ›

If you're looking to start watching the Scream franchise and want to go in release order, here is how you would do it.
  • Scream (1996)
  • Scream 2 (1997)
  • Scream 3 (2000)
  • Scream 4/Scre4m (2011)
  • Scream: The TV Series (2015)
  • Scream: Resurrection (2019)
  • Scream (2022)
  • Scream VI (2023)
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Is Scream 6 appropriate for 12 year olds? ›

NOT for kids under 18 - We had to walk out due to psychologically disturbing content! 😱 We were shocked by the disturbingly demented content and graphic psychologically damaging descriptions that were depicted in first 20 minutes of this movie.

What will I be able to watch Scream 6 on? ›

How to watch 'Scream 6': Where to stream the new slasher starring Jenna Ortega. "Scream 6," the latest movie in the "Scream" slasher franchise, is now available to watch at home through Paramount Plus. You can also buy the movie from digital retailers like Amazon and Apple TV.

Will there be a Scream 7? ›

A New Movie Is On The Way Despite BTS Turmoil

Scream 7 is confirmed to be in development. The news came with the announcement that the franchise would see a change in directors. In August 2023, it was revealed that Radio Silence would not be returning for Scream 7 after having directed 2022's Scream and Scream 6.

Is Scream 6 Scarier Than the others? ›

While this slasher sequel is bogged down by complicated lore and is far more brutal than it is actually scary, the strong characters and an effective mystery come together to make it a cut above. Fans of the franchise will likely want to rewatch the previous five movies before tackling.

Is Scream 6 a standalone movie? ›

Scream VI is a 2023 American slasher film directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, and written by James Vanderbilt and Guy Busick. It is the sequel to Scream (2022) and the sixth installment in the Scream film series. The film stars Melissa Barrera, Mason Gooding, Roger L.

Does Scream 6 have anything to do with the previous movies? ›

Scream 6 is now out in theaters, and one of the bigger surprises of its story is just how much the sixth film connects back to the entirety of the series leading up to it. Scream VI fools fans by bringing in the novel new setting of New York City for Ghostface's killing spree.

Who is the killer in Scream 6? ›

Their identities were revealed early on, breaking convention. Detective Bailey, Quinn Bailey, and Ethan Landry were revealed as the killers at the end of Scream 6. Their motive was revenge for Detective Bailey's son's death.

How many F words are in Scream 6? ›

Nearly 80 F-words and other strong language. 25 uses of sh-t 5 uses of c-ck 2 uses of the g-d-word 1 use of sl-t and wh-re.

Does Scream 6 have kissing? ›

Best scream yet. Less language and sexuality than the last few. Little bit of kissing, one strait one brief shot of two gay people kissing, but that is all they do.

Is Scream VI gory? ›

Many scenes of people being stabbed frantically and repeatedly and finally slashed across the chest or neck leaving a lot of blood on the body and the surrounding area, a few gunshots leaving some bloody wounds, a few scenes from slasher movies, news reports of murder and carnage.

Can I watch Scream 6 without watching other parts? ›

It may sound like a cop-out answer, but before watching Scream 6 we recommend watching (or rewatching) all five previous Scream movies. This is because the latest installment includes several references and callbacks to the franchise's history, and also features multiple returning characters.

Is Scream based on a true story? ›

The movie Scream was inspired by real-life serial killer Daniel Rolling's horrific murder spree in 1990. Daniel Rolling's crimes were brutal, targeting college students and leaving a community in a state of shock.

What town is Scream based on? ›

Scream Locations

Most of the Scream action scenes take place in the fictional town of Woodsboro, California. Several northern California towns stood in for Woodsboro, including Santa Rosa, Glen Ellen, Tomales, Healdsburg and Sonoma.

Is Scream 6 connected to the others? ›

As the Fina Act of Scream VI reveals, the entire motive behind the new Ghostface killings is tied directly to the events of Scream V (aka Scream 2022). However, it also turns out that in the vein of the series' meta-minded tradition, Scream 6 is also a pretty close copy of the framework and story of Scream 2.

Is it necessary to watch Scream in order? ›

You can view the first film on its own, but the sequels don't really work like that. Here's the correct order: start with "Scream" (1996), then continue with "Scream 2" (1997), "Scream 3" (2000) and "Scream 4" (2011). These first four films are all directed by Wes Craven.

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