Where to start withScream
2 versions · originally a film, 1996
Themes: Survival, Pop culture obsession, Trauma, Teen angst, Slasher.
Start with Scream (1996) — the film. Scream exists in 2 versions across media, beginning as a film in 1996; each is ranked below by what it does best.
The meta-slasher legacy of Scream dissects the tropes of the horror genre through a lens of self-aware, lethal suburban terror.
✦ Most fans start here
Scream (1996)
The original movie
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Film · 1996
Scream (1996) serves as the definitive genre-defining masterpiece, establishing the franchise’s signature blend of genuine suspense and sharp, knowing commentary on the horror tropes it simultaneously subverts and celebrates.
Inspired by
Scary Movie
Film · 2000
Scary Movie (2000) transforms the tension of the original into a broad, slapstick parody, offering viewers a raunchy, comedic deconstruction that prioritizes relentless absurdity over the original's chilling psychological suspense.
Common questions
Is Scary Movie a direct sequel to Scream?
No, Scary Movie is not a sequel to Scream. It is a parody film released in 2000 that satirizes the tropes and iconic scenes established by the 1996 movie Scream.
Was Scream the inspiration for the movie Scary Movie?
Yes, the 1996 film Scream served as a primary inspiration for the 2000 comedy Scary Movie. The parody film directly mocks the plot structure and masked killer premise found in the original Scream.
Should I watch Scream before watching Scary Movie?
You should watch Scream before watching Scary Movie to understand the references. Because Scary Movie functions as a parody of the 1996 film Scream, viewers need knowledge of the original movie to recognize the jokes.
How long is the original Scream movie?
The original 1996 film Scream has a runtime of approximately 111 minutes. This duration covers the entire slasher narrative that later became the subject of the 2000 parody film Scary Movie.