SCAD Uses 'Scream 7' Set as Teaching Opportunity

The latest installment of the slasher franchise filmed in Atlanta nearly 30 years after 'Scream 2'.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) was able to convince the director and co-writer of 'Scream 7', Kevin Williamson, to film a key scene for the latest installment of the slasher franchise at SCAD's Film Studios in Midtown Atlanta. This comes nearly three decades after 'Scream 2' was filmed in the metro Atlanta area.

Why it matters

The 'Scream' franchise has a long history in Atlanta, with the second film being shot there in the late 1990s. SCAD's ability to host a scene from the latest sequel on its campus provides a unique learning opportunity for its film students to see a major production in action.

The details

Paramount Pictures allowed SCAD to keep the 'Scream 7' set on its campus, enabling students to use it as a teaching tool. The scene filmed at SCAD's studios featured actors Neve Campbell and Kevin Williamson, the director and co-writer of the new 'Scream' movie.

  • The latest 'Scream' movie, 'Scream 7', filmed in Atlanta in 2025.
  • 'Scream 2' was shot in the metro Atlanta area nearly 30 years ago, in the late 1990s.

The players

Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)

A private art and design university with campuses in Savannah and Atlanta, Georgia.

Kevin Williamson

The director and co-writer of 'Scream 7'.

Neve Campbell

An actress who has starred in the 'Scream' franchise since the original film.

Paramount Pictures

The studio behind the 'Scream' franchise, which allowed SCAD to keep the set from 'Scream 7' on its campus.

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The takeaway

SCAD's partnership with the 'Scream 7' production demonstrates the university's commitment to providing its film students with hands-on, real-world experience working on a major motion picture set. This opportunity allows students to learn from industry professionals and gain valuable insights into the filmmaking process.