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Paramount Sets 'Scary Movie 6' Dates as New Teaser Revives Wayans-Era Playbook

The announcement underscores a nostalgia-first strategy built on broad horror and pop-culture spoofs.

Overview

  • Paramount confirmed theatrical dates, listing June 12 for the U.S. and Canada and June 4 for Latin America, with some outlets still posting a June 5 U.S. date.
  • The latest teaser leans into slapstick and direct parody, signaling a return to the franchise’s original tone rather than a reinvention.
  • Marketing includes a trailer segment that mirrors the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic and quick-hit nods to titles like Terrifier 3, A Quiet Place, Annabelle, The Substance, and M3GAN.
  • A poster and taglines such as “Prepare to Hee-Hee” and “Touching Fans Everywhere” drew online criticism for referencing Jackson’s past abuse allegations.
  • The film reunites the core cast and creators from the early entries, with Marlon and Shawn Wayans joined by Anna Faris and Regina Hall in a nostalgia-focused comeback.