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Scream VI (2023): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Scream VI is a 2023 mystery thriller directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, starring Jenna Ortega as Tara Carpenter, Mason Gooding and Liana Liberato. It earned $166.6 million worldwide on a $35 million budget. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Horror Film at the Saturn Awards 2024. Critics gave it 77% on Rotten Tomatoes and 61 on Metacritic.

Rotten Tomatoes
77%
worldwide gross
$166.6M
award nomination
1
Echo Score
80
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Scream VI (2023) movie poster
Released
Genres
Mystery , Thriller , Horror
Original language
English
Budget
$35M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Scream VI About?

The premise of Scream VI without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

Fleeing the horrors of Woodsboro, four survivors seek safety in New York City. However, their attempt at a fresh start is shattered when a new Ghostface emerges, plunging them into another terrifying chapter. As the killer stalks them through the city, they must confront the escalating violence and uncover the secrets that bind them to the relentless pursuit.

Scream VI Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • new york city
  • stabbed in the eye
  • telephone terror
  • overprotective sister
  • characters killed one by one
  • characters murdered one by one
  • knife
  • serial killer
  • sister sister relationship
  • father daughter relationship
  • family relationships
  • mentally ill protagonist
+38 more
  • disguised voice
  • riding a subway
  • roommate roommate relationship
  • hearing sex
  • sister protects sister
  • frat party
  • shrine
  • abandoned movie theater
  • dead body in a refrigerator
  • ladder
  • crowded subway car
  • killed with a television set
  • slasher
  • slasher film
  • slasher killer
  • mystery killer
  • sequel
  • gale weathers character
  • sixth part
  • killer
  • ghostface character
  • slasher horror
  • horror icon
  • stabbed to death
  • subway
  • halloween costume
  • ghostface
  • severed limb
  • fbi
  • serial murder
  • alleyway
  • convenience store
  • multiple stabbings
  • stabbed
  • apartment
  • meta
  • city
  • watching a horror movie
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Cast & crew

Scream VI Cast & Characters

Jenna Ortega leads the cast as Tara Carpenter, with Mason Gooding as Chad Meeks-Martin and Liana Liberato as Quinn Bailey. Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett; 10 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Scream VI

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From the directors

More from Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett

More films directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, best-rated first: Ready or Not, Scream, Ready or Not 2: Here I Come and Scream VI.

Ratings

Scream VI Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Scream VI 77% on Rotten Tomatoes and 61 on Metacritic. Our Echo Score gives it 80/100, strongest in rewatch factor (88) and weakest in story & flow (68).

80 /100

Scream VI Echo Score Breakdown

Scream VI delivers an energetic continuation of the franchise, excelling in its brisk pacing, elevated violence, and strong chemistry between the leads, while its reliance on meta‑referencing and predictable twists dampens its originality. Critics highlight the film’s effective direction and fresh urban setting, though several note the over‑use of fan service and self‑parody. Audience reactions echo this split, praising the gore and replay value but pointing out a lack of surprising narrative turns. Overall, the movie stands as a solid, if not groundbreaking, entry.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 78

    ART focuses on direction, cinematography, and production design. Critics commend the directors for balancing brutal violence with a sleek urban backdrop, noting crisp editing and a fresh visual style that invigorates the series. Some reviewers, however, criticize moments of self‑parody and a perceived lack of innovative visual choices, suggesting the film leans on established franchise aesthetics more than new artistry.

  • Character & Emotion 85

    CHARACTER examines acting, depth, and chemistry. Both critics and audiences repeatedly praise Jenna Ortega’s standout performance and the palpable chemistry between the Carpenter sisters, describing their portrayals as gritty and emotionally resonant. Supporting cast interactions receive positive remarks as well. Few criticisms surface, indicating that character work largely strengthens the film’s appeal.

  • Story & Flow 68

    STORY assesses plot coherence, pacing, and originality. Reviewers highlight the film’s fast‑paced, twist‑laden narrative and effective suspense sequences that keep viewers engaged. Conversely, several critiques point to predictable twists, overreliance on fan‑service, and a convoluted second half that diminishes the impact of the climax. The mixed feedback situates the story in the moderate‑to‑positive range.

  • Sensory Experience 80

    SENSORY evaluates soundtrack, sound design, and visual style. The movie’s graphic gore, brutal kill sequences, and intense chase scenes receive strong commendation for heightening tension. While the auditory elements are less frequently discussed, the overall sensory experience is described as vivid and immersive, reinforcing the film’s horror credentials without notable drawbacks.

  • Rewatch Factor 88

    REWATCH considers replay value and lasting appeal. Audience comments consistently note the film’s entertaining script, memorable one‑liners, and satisfying level of violence as reasons to view again. Despite acknowledged narrative predictability, the combination of meta‑humor and high‑octane action sustains interest, leading many reviewers to label Scream VI a repeat‑watchable slasher sequel.

Plot

Scream VI Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Scream VI from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

One year following the brutal killings in Woodsboro, the story takes a dark turn as Blackmore University professor Laura Crane is cruelly murdered by her student Jason Carvey, who blames her for his failing grade. Dressed in a Ghostface costume, Jason enlists his roommate Greg in a plot to eliminate sisters Sam and Tara Carpenter, aiming to complete the “movie” that former killers Richie and Amber left unfinished. However, things take a fatal twist when Jason receives a call from a different Ghostface, leading to his own demise after Greg is killed.

Full summary

The whole story of Scream VI, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Scream VI Box Office & Budget

Scream VI grossed $166.6 million worldwide on a $35 million budget, 4.8 times what it cost. $108.4 million came from the US and Canada and $58.2 million (35%) from the rest of the world.

2023 box office

Worldwide gross

$166.6M

4.8× its budget

US & Canada
$108.4M
International
$58.2M
Budget
$35M
US & Canada 65% Rest of the world 35%
Awards

Scream VI Awards & Nominations

Scream VI earned 1 award nomination, including Best Horror Film at the Saturn Awards 2024.

1 nomination1 ceremony

Videos

Scream VI Trailers & Videos

35 videos: 3 trailers, 17 teasers, 3 clips, 9 featurettes and 3 behind-the-scenes videos.

All 35 videos
Official Trailer
  • Trailer Official International Trailer
  • Trailer Final Trailer
  • Teaser Official Teaser Trailer
  • Teaser TOMORROW, everything must go.
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Scream VI?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

Scream VI Also Known As

38 alternative titles, including “Blackmore” and “Scream II”.

Also known as
  • Blackmore
  • Scream II
  • Scream 6
  • Scream Returns
  • Untitled Scream Sequel
  • Frissons VI
  • 尖叫6
  • Scream!!
  • The Last Scream
  • Tze'aka 6
  • الصرخة 6
  • الصرخة ٦
+26 more
  • Sikoly VI.
  • Pânico 6
  • 스크림 6
  • Крик 6
  • Tiếng Thét 6
  • Çığlık 6
  • Vrisak 6
  • 驚聲尖叫6
  • Vřískot 6
  • צעקה 6
  • หวีดสุดขีด 6
  • Крик VI
  • 奪命狂呼 6
  • Krzyk VI
  • スクリーム6
  • Писък 6
  • 惊声尖叫6
  • Vreskot 6
  • Klyksmas 6
  • Krik VI
  • Врисак 6
  • جیغ ۶
  • Karje VI
  • Kliedziens 6, კივილი VI
  • स्क्रीम 6
  • Skrik 6

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FAQ

Scream VI FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards

Release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Scream VI, each answered in a sentence.

When was Scream VI released?

Scream VI was released on March 10, 2023.

Who directed Scream VI?

Scream VI was directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett.

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Who is in the cast of Scream VI?

Scream VI stars Jenna Ortega as Tara Carpenter, Mason Gooding as Chad Meeks-Martin and Liana Liberato as Quinn Bailey, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Scream VI make at the box office?

Scream VI grossed $166.6 million worldwide ($108.4 million domestic, $58.2 million international) on a budget of $35 million.

How is Scream VI rated?

Scream VI has 77% on Rotten Tomatoes, 61 on Metacritic, 69% on TMDB and 3.4/5 on Letterboxd.

Was Scream VI nominated for any awards?

Scream VI received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.

Does Scream VI have a post-credit scene?

No. Scream VI has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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