Get ready for a bloody good time! Paramount Pictures' Scream 7 is poised for a massive opening weekend, with industry analysts forecasting a domestic debut upwards of $40 million. This highly anticipated seventh installment in the beloved slasher series sees original screenwriter Kevin Williamson step into the director's chair, and marks the triumphant return of franchise icon Neve Campbell as Sidney Prescott.

While initial estimates from some outlets like Deadline and The Hollywood Reporter suggest an opening around the $40 million mark, other projections are even more optimistic. National Research Group anticipates a $45 million start, while Box Office Theory and Boxoffice Pro forecast figures between $45 million and $55 million, with Boxoffice Pro even suggesting a potential to hit $60 million. For comparison, the previous installment, Scream VI (2023), achieved a franchise-best opening of $44.5 million domestically. If Scream 7 reaches the higher end of these current predictions, it could very well slash that record and become the biggest opening in the franchise's history.

The buzz surrounding Scream 7 has been building, partly fueled by a strong marketing campaign following its 2026 Super Bowl trailer launch. Neve Campbell's return, after her absence from Scream VI, is a significant draw for long-time fans. She is joined by other familiar faces including Courteney Cox as Gale Weathers, Jasmin Savoy Brown as Mindy Meeks-Martin, and Mason Gooding as Chad Meeks-Martin. The film is set to hit theaters on February 27, 2026, promising a thrilling cinematic event for horror enthusiasts.