Scream, Lillard and Stu Macher

With Stu Returning in Scream 7, I Think This Fan Theory Makes The Most Sense
Now that Matthew Lillard is playing Stu Macher in Scream 7, I think this fan theory about how he fits into the slasher storyline could work.
‘Scream’ alum Matthew Lillard hints that killer Stu Macher is coming back
This line, famously spoken by the character Stu Macher in the original 1996 “Scream” movie, made a momentous new appearance Thursday when actor Matthew Lillard, who played Stu, posted a video on Instagram Thursday teasing a return to the “Scream” franchise after 30 years away.
Matthew Lillard is back for “Scream 7” — here's how Stu might return
In the original 1996 meta-slasher, Lillard played Stu Macher, one of the two sociopathic teens acting as the masked Ghostface killer, alongside Skeet Ulrich's Billy Loomis. Stu se
Matthew Lillard Should Return To Scream 7 In This Way
Matthew Lillard's confirmed return to the Scream franchise for the upcoming Scream 7 movie has fans extremely excited. His character, Stu Macher, is beloved by fans of the franchise due to his impact on the original movie as one of the Ghostfaces, but it's currently unknown how or why he will be part of Scream 7.
Matthew Lillard is returning for Scream 7, fulfilling his promise to be right back
The seventh Scream film, set for Feb. 27, 2026, will return Neve Campbell to the franchise after her absence in the sixth installment. Franchise vet Courtney Cox is also returning, making Lillard’s involvement a bit of a reunion.
OG Scream Star Matthew Lillard Is Back for Scream 7
The OG Scream band is getting back together somewhat, with Lillard set to join Neve Campbell, who's reprising her role as Sidney Prescott, and Courteney Cox on Scream 7. Scott Foley, Mason Gooding, and Jasmin Savoy Brown are in it, too.
Matthew Lillard Appears to Confirm Return as Original “Scream ”Villain Stu Macher After 28 Years — See the Video
Matthew Lillard said he'd be right baaack! The actor sent Scream fans into a tizzy when, on Thursday, Jan. 30, he appeared to tease his return as original co-Ghostface Stu Macher on social media. His post came as Deadline reported his return to the franchise in the upcoming Scream 7.
‘Scream’ alum Matthew Lillard hints that Stu Macher is coming back
This line, famously spoken by the character Stu Macher in the original 1996 “Scream” movie, made a momentous new appearance Thursday when actor Matthew Lillard, who played Stu, posted a video on Instagram Thursday teasing a return to the “Scream” franchise after 30 years away.
Is Matthew Lillard Returning for ‘Scream 7’? Actor Confirms His Comeback to the Horror Franchise
Matthew Lillard’s character, Stu Macher, in 1996’s Scream has become an icon since the film revitalized the horror genre way back when. Stu was a villain, yes, but he was a lovable villain that had some hilarious one-liners.
Scream 7 Reportedly Adds Third Former Ghostface Killer After Matthew Lillard & Scott Foley
The popular slasher franchise Scream premiered in 1996, and has had a total of 14 Ghostface killers throughout its first six films. The upcoming Scream 7 is seemingly bringing most of them together because a new iconic killer is reportedly back.
Matthew Lillard Is Coming Back For ‘Scream 7’
Matthew Lillard, who played Stuart ‘Stu’ Macher in the first 1996 Scream movie, is returning to the franchise for ...
Stu is back? Matthew Lillard returning for Scream 7
After last appearing in 1996's Scream, Matthew Lillard is returning for the upcoming slasher Scream 7. Will Lillard reprise ...
Matthew Lillard Returning for ‘Scream 7’
Matthew Lillard still likes scary movies. The actor, who starred in Wes Craven’s original “Scream” and did not return for ...