The laughs are back, and so is the iconic Core Four.
The latest installment of Scary Movie has stormed the global box office with a franchise-best $105 million opening weekend, marking a triumphant return for one of cinema’s most beloved horror-comedy series.
Leading the charge are returning fan favorites Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Anna Faris, and Regina Hall, who reunite on screen for the first time in 25 years. Their long-awaited comeback has clearly resonated with audiences, helping the sixth film achieve the biggest opening weekend in the franchise’s history.
Directed by Michael Tiddes, a frequent collaborator of Marlon Wayans, the film surpassed industry expectations in North America with a strong $55 million debut. International audiences contributed an additional $50.5 million, pushing the worldwide total to $105 million and setting a new benchmark for the series.
Philippine moviegoers can catch the horror-comedy hit when it opens in cinemas nationwide on June 10. The film has been classified R-16 with no cuts.
Watch the final trailer here:
A Perfect Blend of Horror and Comedy
For Marlon Wayans, the enduring appeal of Scary Movie lies in its ability to find laughter in even the most unexpected situations.
“Like they say, laughter is the best medicine,” he explains. “When you can find humor in unexpected situations, that’s when you really become funny. We’re sending up the world around us and it’s dark sometimes, but we know how to bring in the light. Tension, comedy and horror have a similar rhythm. Once you feel that tension, then you know you’re going to be scared. And then here comes a fart joke. Tension, tension, tension, scare, joke. That’s horror-comedy.”
He adds, “Tension, comedy and horror have a similar rhythm. Once you feel that tension, then you know you’re going to be scared. And then here comes a fart joke. Tension, tension, tension, scare, joke. That’s horror-comedy.”
That formula has been at the heart of the franchise since the beginning. By poking fun at horror classics and pop culture trends while delivering outrageous comedy, Scary Movie has built a loyal following across generations.
The Core Four Returns
One of the film’s biggest draws is the reunion of the franchise’s most recognizable stars. Seeing Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Anna Faris, and Regina Hall together again has fueled excitement among longtime fans eager to revisit the series’ signature brand of humor.
Combined with fresh gags, new horror targets, and plenty of outrageous moments, the latest chapter proves that Scary Movie still knows how to deliver big laughs while celebrating the genre it loves to parody.
Opens June 10 in Philippine Cinemas
Fresh off its record-breaking global debut, Scary Movie arrives in Philippine cinemas on June 10. Rated R-16, no cuts. Tickets are now available. Distributed locally by Paramount Pictures PH.
So what are you waiting for, huh?
Photo and Video Credit: “Paramount Pictures”
