Courteney Cox would like to direct a Scream
Cox expressed interest as she promoted her next directorial effort, Evil Genius .
Courteney Cox, known for her acting career, may soon expand her expertise into directing with her latest film, Evil Genius. The actress is currently promoting this project at the Toronto International Film Festival, though the film's commercial prospects have sparked conversations about her potential future in directing. When asked about directing a Scream sequel, Cox told Deadline, "I think I should, honestly."
Her co-stars Patricia Arquette and David Harbour echoed her sentiment, showing their support with enthusiastic reactions. Cox believes her deep knowledge of the franchise, including the film's creator and the writers, makes her a strong candidate to direct the sequel. However, this speculation is further fueled by the departure of Scream 7 director Christopher Landon and co-star Jenna Ortega, with original screenwriter Kevin Williamson set to take over directing duties.
Scream 7 brought in a worldwide gross of nearly $208 million, despite poor reviews and a boycott call following Melissa Barrera's dismissal due to her stance on the Israel-Hamas war. Scream 7 reunited Cox with Neve Campbell, who reportedly has ideas for an eighth film, a prospect that could challenge Campbell's unkillable "Final Girl" reputation.
Cox herself hinted at her desire to stay under the radar when discussing the potential of directing Scream 8.
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