The horror sequel Scream 7 has officially achieved the highest opening in the history of the franchise, raking in $64.1 million at the domestic box office during its debut weekend. Despite behind-the-scenes casting changes earlier in production, the film's return to its "slasher roots" resonated strongly with fans, outperforming industry expectations.

Directed by Kevin Williamson, the creator of the original series, the film benefited from a heavy marketing campaign and a lack of major horror competition in theaters. International markets also contributed significantly, bringing the global total to over $100 million within the first few days of release.

Critics have praised the film for its "meta-commentary" on modern horror tropes, which has helped sustain strong word-of-mouth momentum. Box office analysts predict that the movie will have "long legs" through the month of March, potentially becoming the highest-grossing entry in the entire Scream saga.