The Scary Movie franchise is officially returning to theaters with a sixth installment that aims to lampoon the modern era of elevated horror.
A recently released promotional poster features a direct and colorful parody of the 2019 folk horror hit Midsommar.
The image showcases a character adorned in an overwhelming crown of bright flowers, mimicking the iconic look of the May Queen.
This visual choice confirms that the upcoming sequel will move beyond traditional slashers to target the psychological horror trends of the last decade.
Fans of the series are particularly excited because the original creators, Marlon, Shawn, and Keenen Ivory Wayans, are returning to the project.
Their involvement marks the first time the brothers have worked on the franchise since the second film was released in 2001.
Paramount Pictures and Miramax announced the revival earlier this year, signaling a major push to bring back the spoof genre.
The Scary Movie series originally became a global phenomenon by poking fun at titles like Scream and I Know What You Did Last Summer.
Since the last entry, the horror landscape has shifted significantly toward studios like A24 and Blumhouse.
This provides a wealth of new material for the writers to explore, including films like Hereditary and The Witch.
The Midsommar-inspired poster suggests that the production is leaning heavily into the visual tropes that have defined recent critical darlings.
Industry insiders expect the film to maintain the fast-paced, irreverent humor that defined the early 2000s entries.
While a specific release date has not yet been finalized, production is expected to begin in earnest within the coming months.
The return of the Wayans brothers is seen as a crucial move to restore the comedic timing of the original hits.
Social media reactions to the poster reveal have been largely positive, with many users expressing nostalgia for the franchise's peak.
The spoof genre has been relatively quiet in recent years, making the timing of this revival particularly notable.
By targeting imagery like the floral aesthetic of Midsommar, the marketing team is bridging the gap between generations of viewers.
This entry will likely serve as both a reboot and a continuation of the legacy established years ago.