# Melissa Barrera Scream franchise return conditions

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> Updated: 2026-09-28T02:34:20.000Z. Sources: 20. Developments: 2.

Actress Melissa Barrera has expressed openness to returning to the ‘Scream’ franchise as Sam Carpenter, but only on the condition that the film rights are transferred away from Spyglass Media Group.

Barrera was dismissed from the series in 2023 following social media posts regarding the conflict in Gaza. At the time of her dismissal, Spyglass Media Group stated they maintain a ‘zero tolerance for antisemitism or the incitement of hate in any form.’

Barrera indicated that while she maintains affection for the horror series, her relationship with the studio’s leadership is damaged. She stated she would only consider a return if the franchise passed to new owners who would ‘honor Wes Craven’s legacy.’ Following her departure, other figures including Jenna Ortega and director Christopher Landon also exited the project.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-28: Melissa Barrera open to ‘Scream’ return if rights leave Spyglass

Melissa Barrera says she would consider returning to the ‘Scream’ franchise as Sam Carpenter if the rights move away from Spyglass Media Group, the company that dismissed her in 2023.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/melissa-barrera-open-to-scream-return-if-rights-leave-spyglass

### 2026-09-25: Melissa Barrera sets condition for return to Scream franchise

Melissa Barrera says she would reprise her role in the ‘Scream’ franchise only if the rights leave Spyglass Media Group, citing unresolved issues with the studio's leadership.

18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/melissa-barrera-sets-condition-for-potential-scream-return

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