Scream Movies: Here’s the right order and where to stream these horror films

As the spooky season approaches, many are eager to dive into the classic Scream movies. The Scream franchise, with its six films and a TV series, has been a favorite among horror enthusiasts. Directed by Wes Craven, Tyler Gillett, and Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, these films revolve around a mysterious killer known as Ghostface, who terrorizes unsuspecting victims. Notably, Ghostface is not a single murderer, but multiple individuals using the persona.

The franchise features familiar faces like Neve Campbell, Matthew Lillard, Courteney Cox, and David Arquette. See where to stream the Scream movies in right order.

Scream (1996)

The first film introduces Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell), who is haunted by her mother's murder when a new killer, Ghostface, targets her. You can watch it for free on Roku or subscribe to AMC+, Paramount+, and Amazon Prime Video.

Scream 2 (1997)
Sidney Prescott faces another threat after surviving the events of the first film. A murder at the premiere of a movie based on her past experiences brings her and other survivors together to uncover the killer. Find it for free on Roku or watch on AMC+, Paramount+, and Amazon Prime Video.

Scream 3 (2000)
In this installment, a new killer targets the cast of a movie based on the original events. Watch it on Roku or Paramount+, AMC+ and Amazon Prime Video.

Scream 4 (2011)
Sidney Prescott returns to her hometown only to be tormented by Ghostface once more. Alongside returning stars, Emma Roberts, Lucy Hale, and Rory Culkin have roles. Stream it on Starz, Hulu, or Amazon Prime Video.

Scream 5 (2022)
Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, and David Arquette return alongside new faces. Ghostface returns to Woodsboro, targeting teenagers connected to previous killings. Stream it on Paramount+, Showtime, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video. Roku also offers it.

Scream 6 (2023)
This installment stars Courteney Cox, Jenna Ortega, Melissa Barrera, Hayden Panettiere, and Samantha Weaving. Ghostface continues to terrorize survivors in New York City. Watch it on Paramount+, the Roku channel, or Amazon Prime Video.

FAQs

How many Scream movies are there, and where can I watch them in order?
There are six Scream movies, available on platforms like Roku, AMC+, Paramount+, and Amazon Prime Video with subscriptions.

When does the latest installment, Scream 6, take place in the series timeline?
Scream 6 continues the story 25 years after the original murders in Woodsboro and is accessible on Paramount+, the Roku channel, and Amazon Prime Video with a subscription.