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Scream 7 Killer Took Role 'As A Compliment'
Anna Camp, who plays the mastermind behind the latest Ghostface murders, hinted at her casting before the film's release.
Mar. 3, 2026 at 5:23am
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In the latest installment of the Scream franchise, Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) finds herself targeted by a new Ghostface killer who tries to convince her that one of the original killers, Stu Macher (Matthew Lillard), is behind the attacks. However, the true mastermind is revealed to be Sidney's next-door neighbor and best friend, Jessica Bowden (Anna Camp), who became obsessed with Sidney after the events of the previous film. Camp hinted at her villainous role in an interview prior to the film's release.
Why it matters
The Scream franchise has a long history of subverting audience expectations by revealing unexpected killers, and the casting of Anna Camp as the mastermind behind the latest Ghostface murders continues that tradition. This development adds an extra layer of intrigue and suspense to the film, as viewers are forced to reevaluate their assumptions about the characters and their motivations.
The details
In Scream 7, Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) is living a peaceful life with her cop husband Mark Evans (Joel McHale) and their teenage daughter Tatum (Isabel May) when a new Ghostface killer emerges. The killer attempts to convince Sidney that one of the original Ghostfaces, Stu Macher (Matthew Lillard), is behind the attacks. However, the true mastermind is revealed to be Jessica Bowden (Anna Camp), Sidney's next-door neighbor and best friend, who became obsessed with Sidney after the events of the previous film. Jessica hatched a plan for the killings with the help of a hospital staffer and a fellow patient.
- In November 2025, Anna Camp hinted at her villainous role in an interview with Deadline.
- Scream 7 is currently playing in theaters.
The players
Neve Campbell
The actress who plays the lead role of Sidney Prescott, the 'final girl' who has survived multiple Ghostface killers over the course of the Scream franchise.
Anna Camp
The actress who plays the role of Jessica Bowden, the mastermind behind the latest Ghostface murders in Scream 7.
Matthew Lillard
The actor who played one of the original Ghostface killers, Stu Macher, in the first Scream film.
What they’re saying
“A lot of people are saying that. I can't obviously say anything, but I will take that kind of as a compliment, because that role is definitely for somebody who has to be able to bring the whole movie home. So, I take that as a compliment.”
— Anna Camp
What’s next
Scream 7 is currently playing in theaters and is expected to continue the franchise's tradition of subverting audience expectations with its twist ending.
The takeaway
The casting of Anna Camp as the mastermind behind the latest Ghostface murders in Scream 7 adds an extra layer of intrigue and suspense to the film, as viewers are forced to reevaluate their assumptions about the characters and their motivations. This development continues the Scream franchise's tradition of subverting audience expectations, making it a must-see for fans of the series.
