David Arquette on Reuniting With Kevin Williamson for SCREAM 7: “He Knows This World Better Than Anyone”
After Scream VI took Ghostface to New York City and left the franchise’s future hanging by a thread, fans were unsure if there’d even be another movie.
Cast exits and behind-the-scenes turmoil made things murky until the shocking news dropped that Scream creator Kevin Williamson would finally step behind the camera to direct Scream 7.
Now, David Arquette is opening up about returning to the series, and what he’s saying has fans hopeful this won’t just be a nostalgic cameo, but something that actually means something.
Speaking with Men’s Journal, Arquette revealed that reuniting with Williamson was the deciding factor for his comeback. The two have been connected to the franchise since the original 1996 film, and their creative bond has always been part of Scream’s DNA.
Dewey Riley might’ve met his end in Scream 5, but Arquette’s words seems to make it clear there’s more to this story.
“I was really excited to work with Kevin Williamson again. I mean, he’s the writer of Scream, and he’s directing this one. It’s a really great 360 moment.
“I can’t really say too much about the movie, but I was really excited to work with Kevin. We’ve had such a history, and he wrote the original and created this entire world, and he just knows it better than anyone.”
Arquette’s enthusiasm speaks to how much love he still has for both Dewey and the Scream legacy. What’s even more interesting is how he reflected on what made the franchise special in the first place.
“I think Scream really understood something ahead of its time. It knew that fan culture was the future… It was ahead of the curve… a horror movie that had a self-referential element. It balanced horror and comedy in a way that hadn’t been done before.”
He’s absolutely right. Scream wasn’t just a slasher; it was a commentary on slashers, fandom, and pop culture long before those ideas became mainstream. That clever self-awareness is why it still hits nearly 30 years later.
With Williamson directing and Arquette back in whatever mysterious form that takes Scream 7 it doesn’t sound like Dewey’s return is just fan service. This reunion between the series’ original architect and one of its most beloved characters feels like it’s leading somewhere meaningful.
Scream 7 is set to hit theaters on February 27, 2026. Plot details are still under wraps, but if Arquette’s energy and Williamson’s creative control are any indication, this could be the most heartfelt and surprising Scream yet.
Whether Dewey comes back in a dream, a flashback, or something completely unexpected, it’s clear this isn’t just a cheap thrill. This is the franchise taking a moment to honor its roots — and maybe, just maybe, give fans one last perfect scare.