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‘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 posts cryptic video on Instagram hinting his return to ‘Scream’

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Matthew Lillard's Cryptic Posts About 'Scream 7' Have Fans Excited for the Return of Stu

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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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