SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers

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314 - Scream 8 Writer News, Director Speculation, & Ryan's Updated SCREAM Ranking Apr 08, 2026

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SCREAM 8 is officially happening! Lilla and Nora Zuckerman have been announced as the new writers for "Scream 8." In this episode, Ryan and Anthony cover this news, as well as speculate who they want to see direct and a possible all-female team behind the impending sequel. In addition, Ryan exclusively reveals his official post-SCREAM 7 ranking.

New Writers
Who Directs?
Possible Release Dates
Ryan's New Scream Ranking
We Were Enchanted to Meet Scream 7

Taylor Swift Song of the Week: "Enchanted" (Speak Now)

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313 - Scream 7's Sidney Focus: A Scream Queens Review Apr 05, 2026

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In this episode, Ryan is joined by Josh and Justine (from the Scream Queens podcast) for their review and to discuss the Sidney focus of Scream 7. They discuss Sidney from all angles and how much of a relief this movie feels for OG fans. In addition, Ryan opens the episode with a theory about the trio as a singular "legacy" arc in Scream (2022), and how that is a co-leading spirit along with Sam. Briefly, Ryan and the Scream Queens also discuss the new writers to the franchise for Scream 7, the Zuckerman sisters.

In the next episode on Wednesday, Ryan will reveal his official post-Scream 7 ranking and coverage of the Scream 8 announcement.

Introduction
The Trio as a Legacy Singular Arc in Scream (2022)
The Zuckerman Sisters for Scream 8
Sidney in Scream 7
Sidney & Gale
Sidney & Tatum
Neve Campbell as a Draw

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312 - News, Deleted Scenes & One Month of SCREAM 7: The Best Moments and Small Tweaks Apr 01, 2026

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ONE MONTH, BABY! As we enter April 2026, Ryan invites Amar Karim and podcast graphic designer, TJ Jones, to discuss SCREAM 7 now that everyone has had time to process it. The trio discuss small tweaks that could have made SCREAM 7 a better movie, what the best moments of the film are, and how their opinions have shifted after several viewings. In addition, Ryan covers tons of SCREAM news, including the new writers for the franchise (Nora and Lilla Zuckerman) for SCREAM 8, the physical release of SCREAM 7, and the 4k release of SCREAM 4. Ryan also reviews the deleted scenes for SCREAM 7, describing each of them and whether they should have made the final cut.

New Writers
Scream and Podcast News
The Scream 7 Deleted Scenes
One Month Later
Small Tweaks
The Best of Scream 7

311 - Sarah Michelle Gellar: Buffy Reboot Cancelled & Ready or Not 2 Review Mar 29, 2026

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In this Sarah Michelle Gellar special, we cover the cancellation of the 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' reboot as well as a review of "Ready or Not 2: Here I Come," directed by Radio Silence post-Scream 5/6, as Sarah Michelle Gellar's return to the big screen.

Box Office Talk
Buffy Reboot Cancelled
'Ready or Not 2' Review

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310 - Scream 8 Wishes & Scream 7: Guy Script v. Kevin Rewrite & Record-Breaking Success Mar 25, 2026

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With SCREAM 7 smashing every record in the history of the franchise at the box office, SCREAM 8 will likely be on the horizon. In this episode, Ryan and Phil discuss what they would like to see in the eighth film at this stage of the game. Also, writer Joe Vallese breaks down his perspective on the screenplay for SCREAM 7 and how the different contributions from Kevin Williamson and Guy Busick butted against each other in the final film. Then, Ryan and Joey use the podcast spec script "Screams" (Episode 155) to discuss future possibilities for the surviving characters of SCREAM 7.

Scream 8 & Scream 7's Record-Breaking Success
The Guy Script v. The Kevin Rewrite
'Screams' & The Future
Scream 7 Review by Phil
Scream 8 Wishes

309 - Scream 7 Review Part VII: The SWRCS Community (Limited Series Reaction) Mar 22, 2026

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In the final chapter of initial reaction limited series, Ryan hosts the community of the SWRCS podcast to discuss their early thoughts on "Scream 7."

Introduction with Carrie
Part I
Part II

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308 - Scott & Kevin Questions, and Scream 7 with Happy Horror Time (Limited Series Reaction Part 6) Mar 18, 2026

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In this crossover episode, Ryan joined the Happy Horror Time podcast and Youtube show to review Scream 7. In addition, Scott Foley and Kevin Williamson answer questions sent in by Ryan to Happy Horror Time for their video interviews with the Scream legends.

Scott Foley and the Scream 3 Handhold
Kevin Williamson and Scream 7 as a continuation of Scream 1-4
Scream 7 Review with HHT

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307 - Ready or Not (2019) Audio Commentary Mar 17, 2026

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For the monthly Patreon exclusive episode, Ryan performs an audio commentary of Radio Silence's pre-Scream film "Ready or Not" ahead of the release of "Ready or Not 2: Here I Come" this Friday.

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306 - Kevin Allegedly Out for Scream 8 & Scream 7 Screentime Data (Emergency Friday the 13th Episode) Mar 13, 2026

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Happy Friday the 13th! In this emergency episode, Ryan covers the statements made by Kevin Williamson in recent days about him allegedly not directing 'Scream 8' and his past thoughts about 'Scream 7' being the last solely Sidney focused film. Ryan dives into the statements, how things aren't what the sensational reactions suggest, and that there are so many wins to celebrate 'Scream 7' for. Also, Ryan reveals his iconic screentime data with the results of the new movie.

Bad Vibes?
Screentime Data for Scream 7 Main Cast
Put Yourself in Kevin's Shoes
Scream 8
Anna Camp/The Writers

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305 - Scream 7: Justice for Sidney, the Finale, & Review Part V (Limited Series Reaction) Mar 11, 2026

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In part five of the initial reaction limited series, Ryan takes a beat to celebrate how Scream 7 is Justice for Neve Campbell and Sidney Prescott in the modern age. First, Ryan is joined by Lucas to weigh how Scream 7 delivered after such an intense buildup. Then, Ryan is joined by Ryan Young for a Ryan ² segment about initial reactions to Scream 7.

Introduction
Justice for Sidney
Ryan ²

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