Actor Marlon Wayans, a pillar of the Scary Movie franchise for over two decades, revealed that a potential Scary Movie 7 could spoof 2026’s biggest horror blockbusters, The Backrooms and Obsession , while promoting the upcoming sixth installment slated for release on Friday, June 5, 2026.

Scary Movie 6 Reunites the Original Cast for a June 5 Premiere

Variety reported that the new film brings back key performers such as Anna Faris (Cindy Campbell),Regina Hall (Brenda Meeks), Shawn Wayans (Ray Wilkins), Jon Abrahams (Bobby Prinze), Lochlyn Munro (Greg Phillippe) and Dave Sheridan (Doofy Gilmore). the production, noted for its modest budget compared to mainstream summer releases,aims to capture the same irreverent humor that defined the early series.

The Backrooms and Obsession: 2026’s Unexpected Horror Juggernauts

According to the source, both The Backrooms and Obsession emerged as surprising box‑office successes in 2026, rising from online or indie origins to global audiences. Wayans praised the creators of those films, saying, "Thank you guys, keep making the movies," and hinted that the Scary Movie team would "get us some Backrooms" and "some Obsession" in a future sequel.

Wayans’ Tease Signals a Multi‑Film Parody Strategy

Wayans’ comments, as reported by Variety, suggest the franchise is already planning beyond Scary Movie 6. By naming specific 2026 hits, the actor signals a forward‑looking approach that keeps the series relevant to contemporary horror trends and meme culture.

Unanswered Questions About the Future Sequel

While Wayans confirmed a potential Scary Movie 7, the source leaves several details open: the exact release window, whether the same core cast will return, and how the parody of The Backrooms and Obsession will be structured. The report also does not clarify if the seventh film will be produced on a similar modest budget or if it will aim for a larger scale.

As Variety notes, the Scary Movie franchise has historically lampooned iconic films such as The Exorcist and Scream, and the current tease continues that tradition by targeting the most popular horror phenomena of 2026.