Where To Watch Scary Movie 2026

Key facts

Streaming: Now streaming on Paramount+
Versions available: Original theatrical release and the extended cut
Genre: Comedy/horror
Director: Michael Tiddes
Returning leads: Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Anna Faris, Regina Hall
Rating: R
Franchise: Sixth Scary Movie film; explore The Scary Movie Collection on Paramount+
Theatrical release: June 5, 2026

Scary Movie (2026) is now streaming on Paramount+. Paramount+ subscribers can watch both the original theatrical release and an extended cut on demand.

The movie is the horror-comedy franchise’s first new installment since Scary Movie 5 in 2013. It stars your favorite final girls (and guys) — Anna Faris, Regina Hall, Marlon Wayans, and Shawn Wayans — who all return to scare up more laughs.

Scary Movie (2026) opened in theatres on June 5, 2026, blazing to a $230 million worldwide box-office gross before settling into digital rental and purchase platforms in July. With Halloween around the corner, Paramount+ subscribers can now say “wazzup” to the new movie on streaming, and choose between watching the theatrical cut and an exclusive extended cut.

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Where to stream Scary Movie (2026)

You can stream Scary Movie (2026) on Paramount+. Not only that, you can stream Scary Movie (2026) two ways: watch (1) the original theatrical release; and/or, (2) the extended cut. Both versions are available to all subscribers of any plan, either Paramount+ Essential or Paramount+ Premium.

Paramount+ is the home of the The Scary Movie Collection, which features all six Scary Movie titles, including, as we noted, two versions of Scary Movie (2026).

What’s the difference between the theatrical version and extended cut?

Paramount+ offers two versions of Scary Movie (2026): the original theatrical release, and Scary Movie: Extended Cut, which contains additional content. Fans can opt to stream the version originally shown in theatres, or settle in for a slightly longer cut with even more hilarious jump scares.

For those keeping score at home, the theatrical version of Scary Movie (2026) runs 1 hour 35 minutes; Scary Movie: Extended Cut runs 1 hour 44 minutes.

What’s in the extended cut?

Scary Movie: Extended Cut features all-new scenes, plus additional hilarity and chaos. The extended cut runs for 1 hour 44 minutes, compared to the theatrical version which clocks in at 1 hour 35 minutes. That’s an additional nine minutes of fun without sacrificing the zippy pacing the franchise is known for.

What is the movie about?

Scary Movie (2026) is about longtime pals Cindy (Faris), Brenda (Hall), Shorty (Marlon Wayans), and Ray (Shawn Wayans) as they’re pulled back into each other’s lives when a new masked killer targets them. Twenty-six years after the original movie’s carnage, our core four are back doing what they do best: spoofing horror movies and putting genre expectations under a magnifying glass. No movie is safe, from contemporary prestige horror to metatextual reboots and legacy sequels.

Who’s in the cast?

The Scary Movie (2026) cast is led by the Scary Movie franchise’s core four: Anna Faris, Regina Hall, Marlon Wayans, and Shawn Wayans. Here’s who you can expect to see in the latest installment:

Anna Faris as Cindy Campbell
Regina Hall as Brenda Meeks
Marlon Wayans as Shorty Meeks
Shawn Wayans as Ray Wilkins
Dave Sheridan as Doofy
Lochlyn Munro as Greg
Cheri Oteri as Gail Hailstorm
Chris Elliott as Hanson

Fans can also expect even more Wayans in the mix, including Damon Wayans Jr. and Kim Wayans, plus familiar faces, like SNL‘s Heidi Gardner, and rising stars such as Olivia Rose Keegan (Dutton Ranch) and Sydney Park.

Catch up on the franchise

Confused about how to catch up? In addition to Scary Movie (2026), Paramount+ has the first five Scary Movie films, too. Want to watch the Scary Movie franchise? Start here:

Then watch the new Scary Movie two ways:

Scary Movie (2026) original theatrical release
Scary Movie: Extended Cut

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Paramount+ subscribers can stream the theatrical and extended cut of Scary Movie (2026), along with the first five films. Visit the The Scary Movie Collection to start screaming with laughter.

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FAQ

Is Scary Movie (2026) on Paramount+?

Yes, Scary Movie (2026) is now streaming on Paramount+. When you have a subscription, you can stream the movie on demand — both the original theatrical version, and an extended cut.

Is Scary Movie (2026) the same as Scary Movie 6?

Though it’s the sixth installment of the franchise, the latest Scary Movie film is officially titled Scary Movie, but Scary Movie 6 is commonly used to avoid confusion with the original movie.