‘Scream’ alum Matthew Lillard hints that killer Stu Macher is coming back
- Matthew Lillard is set to reprise his role as Stu Macher in Scream 7, marking his first official return to the franchise in nearly 30 years.
- Fans are divided over Lillard's return, with some celebrating while others pledge to boycott due to actress Melissa Barrera's firing.
- Scream 7, directed by Kevin Williamson, is scheduled for release on February 27, 2026, featuring an ensemble cast including Neve Campbell and Courteney Cox.
- The franchise faces criticism for nostalgia baiting and the treatment of Barrera, leading to mixed reactions from fans.
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Matthew Lillard Appears to Confirm Return as Original Scream Villain Stu Macher After 28 Years — See the Video
The actor played one of the original Ghostface killers in the franchise's first 1996 installmentMiramax/Kobal/Shutterstock; VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty From L: Matthew Lillard in Scream (1996) and in Toronto on Sept. 6, 2024Matthew Lillard said he'd be right baaack!The actor sent Scream fans into a tizzy when, on Thursday, Jan. 30, he appeared to tease his return as original co-Ghostface Stu Macher on social media. His post came as Deadline repo…
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