Scary Movie (2000): A Parody Horror Classic
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The Wayans Are Back! Everything We Know About the Scary Movie Reboot as of July 2026
More than a year has passed since the news broke: the Wayans brothers are returning to the franchise they launched. Hollywood Buzz News digs into where the Scary Movie universe stands today - the reboot’s latest updates, the legacy of the original five films, and the collectibles fans can still hunt down.
The Wayans Brothers Return: Inside the Scary Movie Reboot
Official Announcement and Creative Team (April 2025)
In April 2025, Paramount Pictures and Miramax made it official: Keenen Ivory Wayans, Shawn Wayans, and Marlon Wayans will co-write and direct the new Scary Movie. It marks their first involvement since the 2000 original. The announcement electrified comedy and horror circles alike. Fans erupted - the trio who defined the parody genre were finally coming home. Since then, the brothers have stayed quiet. But sources confirm they’re deep in the writing process, chasing the sharp, R-rated edge that made the first film a phenomenon. Producers from the original franchise are also on board, ensuring continuity.
Targeted Horror Hits for Parody - Smile 2, M3GAN, and the Latest Scream Sequels
What will the new Scary Movie spoof? Industry insiders who spoke to The Hollywood Reporter last year say the script targets a slate of recent horror heavyweights. Smile 2 (2024) is a prime mark - those creepy grins and psychological trauma. The viral doll terror of M3GAN (2022) is also in the crosshairs; the Wayans have a history of skewering tech-horror, remember the Scream phone calls? The Scream sequels (2022, 2023, and the upcoming Scream 7) offer endless material for meta-commentary. Expect nods to The Black Phone, Talk to Me, and maybe even a Five Nights at Freddy’s gag. The brothers weave multiple targets into single gags. No modern horror hit is safe.
2026 Release Window and Casting Status - No Names Announced Yet
As of July 2026, the Scary Movie reboot remains on track for a 2026 theatrical release, though no specific date is locked. The gap since the 2025 announcement is standard for a project of this scale - the Wayans are famously perfectionists. Casting? A complete blackout. No actors have been officially attached. Rumors swirl: could we see a rising comic like Quinta Brunson, or a returning veteran like Regina Hall? (Hall played Brenda in the original and later entries.) Nothing concrete. Hollywood watches closely as the brothers assemble their ensemble - likely a mix of fresh faces and cameos from past Scary Movie alumni.
Streaming and Legacy: The Original Scary Movie Films
Current Availability on Paramount+ and Digital Purchase/Rental Options
While we wait for the new film, the original five Scary Movie entries (2000 - 2013) remain readily available. As of mid-2026, all five stream on Paramount+, the franchise’s home. No word on whether they’ll migrate when the reboot arrives, but for now, binging them is easy with a subscription. Digital purchase is also an option: each film costs around $9.99 - $14.99 on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, or Vudu; bundle deals cover the whole series. Rentals hover around $3.99. Physical copies are another story (more below). For fans revisiting the classics ahead of the reboot, streaming is the simplest route.
Franchise Box Office Milestones - Over $896 Million Worldwide Across Five Films
The Scary Movie franchise remains one of the most successful comedy-horror series ever. Across five films released between 2000 and 2013, the series grossed over $896 million worldwide on a combined production budget around $140 million. The original alone earned $278 million globally on a $19 million budget. That’s a staggering return. Even the later, Wayans-less entries (4 and 5) turned profits, though critical reception dipped. With the brothers back, anticipation runs high that the reboot can revitalize the brand - and possibly push the franchise past the $1 billion mark. No updated figures have surfaced since 2013, but the legacy stands firm in pop culture.
Merchandise and Collectibles: What Fans Can Still Find
Out-of-Print DVD/Blu-ray Sets and Second-Hand Market Prices (e.g., $10 - $30 on eBay)
For collectors, the hunt for physical media continues. The original Scary Movie DVD and Blu-ray sets have been out of print for years. As of July 2026, second-hand marketplaces like eBay and Mercari offer them. Prices vary widely: standalone DVDs often go for $10 - $15, while the complete franchise Blu-ray box set can fetch $20 - $30 in good condition. The rare “Scary Movie: The Unrated Edition” DVD (with extended scenes) sometimes hits $40+. Patient thrift-store shoppers and garage-sale browsers occasionally find copies for a few bucks. But don’t expect new pressings - Paramount has announced no reissues tied to the reboot.
