Scream 7 is currently expected to arrive in theaters on February 27, 2026. For now, check the 2025 movie release dates to plan your next scary movie. Is Patrick Dempsey Returning For Scream 7?

Patrick Dempsey is hinting at a return to the Scream film franchise. The actor, 58, tells PEOPLE in an exclusive interview that there are talks about him reprising his Scream 3 character Detective ...

Patrick Dempsey wanted to return for 'Scream 7,' but now he explains why it didn't happen.

Patrick Dempsey has revealed the reason he won't be returning for Scream 7. The Grey's Anatomy star first appeared in the 2000 sequel Scream 3 as Detective Mark Kincaid, but was unable to return ...

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Appearing on the Today show Thursday, Patrick Dempsey confirmed he's had talks to reprise the role of Mark Kincaid for the first time since the actor's debut as the character in 2000's Scream 3.

Patrick Dempsey hints at a possible return in Scream 7 in 2026, waiting for the script to confirm. Neve Campbell confirmed to return as Sidney Prescott, potentially reuniting with Dempsey's character.

Patrick Dempsey is teasing that he might be involved in Scream 7 and will reprise his role in the slasher film.

Patrick Dempsey revealed he's still waiting for a script, but is interested in returning as Kincaid in Scream 7.

Patrick Dempsey made his debut in the Scream franchise in 2000's Scream 3. As a series of former actors are returning for the upcoming Scream 7, the actor was rumored to be among them.

Touche. It does seem like the right time to bring Dempsey back into the Scream franchise. After Dewey's death in the fifth movie, there's an open slot for a legacy character in Scream 7.