Just like Scream, the Scary Movie franchise is getting revived for the current generation.
According to Deadline, Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, and Keenen Ivory Wayans are reuniting for the first time in 18 years for a new Scary Movie, the sixth in the franchise. The Wayans and Rick Alvarez are writing and producing the movie, which will shoot next year for a theatrical release.
“We are thrilled to reunite Scary Movie with the Wayans brothers, the brilliant creators behind the beloved franchise,” exclaimed Miramax boss Jonathan Glickman. “The timing is perfect to bring back the series to the big screen and we’re lucky to have Keenen, Marlon and Shawn’s unique comedic vision bringing it to audiences around the world.”
Added The Wayans, “We couldn’t be more excited to be a part of the new Scary Movie and work with each other again. This is a franchise we created more than 20 years ago. We remember people laughing in the aisles and hope to see that happen again. We look forward to working with Jonathan Glickman and his team at the new Miramax to bring these laughs to theaters, where they belong. It’s a double reunion.”
Scary Movie is part of Paramount‘s first look deal with Miramax.
We’ll keep you posted as more information becomes available.
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