Summary
Somehorrorcharacters standthe test of time, includingScream’s Stu Macher. After fans cheered over the news thatMacher is reprising his role of StuinScream 7,Matthew Lillard briefly talked about his character at MegaCon in Orlando, Florida.
According toPeople, Lillard and co-starSkeet Ulrich, who played his fellow Ghostface Bily Loomis, appeared on a panel at the Orange County Convention Center and Lillard said:
“I’ve been asked literally 1,000 times a day since the first movie ended if I’m coming back. And I’m happy to report I am.”
Lillard then joked about Stu’s role in the upcoming horror sequel and said:
“I come back as a fairy godmother. It’s gonna slay.”
Fans are trying to guesshow Stu can come back forScream 7, and the most burning question iswhether Stu is dead or alive. Lillard’s comments are hilarious, and many fans would agree thatStu’s silly and immature energy is needed in the upcoming sequel. Whether Stu is still alive, or he is shown via flashbacks or as a spirit, Stu will help balance out some of the creepier and scarier aspects of the movie. Stu is a great reminder that no matter how dangerous, violent, and gory Ghostface is,theScreamfranchise leans on its comedic moments and goofy characters. While Sidney Prescott’s (Neve Campbell) story is undeniably one of tragedy and loss, the franchise never feels melancholy. Any sad moments are always balanced out by meta jokes about the horror genre and the fight against Ghostface.
Besides playing Stu Macher inScream, Lillard is known for appearing in another big horror franchise. Heplayed Steve Raglan/William Afton inFive Nights At Freddy’sand will reprise his role in the upcoming Blumhouse sequel. Fans enjoyed seeing apizza sign that teasedFive Nights At Freddy’s 2and look forward to seeing Lillard in the second movie. The actor also played Gus inThe Life of Chuck, the upcoming Mike Flanagan adaptation of Stephen King’s short storyof the same name.
Lillard is not the only beloved cast member from theScreamfranchise coming back forScream 7.Courteney Cox will reprise her role of tough and seasoned reporter Gale Weathers andMason Gooding and Jasmin Savoy Brown will play the Meeks twins Chad and Mindy again. There is no word on exactly how Stu will return, or how much of the movie Lillard will be in. Horror fans will have to be patient untilFebruary 27th, 2026, whenScream 7is in theaters.
