During the promotional tour for his supernatural thriller My Soul to Take, Wes Craven kept tight-lipped about his next highly anticipated project: Scream 4. The silence was reportedly in line with Rogue Pictures’ policy to ensure each film received its due spotlight—a fair strategy, but it didn’t stop fans (and journalists) from probing for details.

The folks at Bloody Disgusting managed to get a couple of revealing quotes from Craven, offering a glimpse into what might lie ahead for the Scream franchise.

A New Trilogy in the Works?

When asked whether Scream 4 was intended as the start of a second trilogy, Craven confirmed:

“Yes, the concept is to do the first of a new trilogy. You have three characters from the original trilogy coming back, and then you have a cast of young new characters.”

Although Craven avoided elaborating further, the comment alone was enough to ignite excitement among fans eager to see Sidney, Gale, and Dewey alongside a fresh crop of victims—or survivors.

What’s Next for Wes Craven?

Beyond Scream 4, Craven shared his immediate plans:

“We just wrapped Scream 4, so we have all of that post-production to do. That’s gonna take us the rest of the year. After that, who knows? I certainly hope to take a break. Many people are talking to me about television and other projects, but right now nothing is definite.”

This pause is understandable—after juggling back-to-back productions, even a master of suspense deserves a breather.

MTV’s Take: Planned or Cautious Optimism?

In an interview with MTV, Craven further confirmed that Scream 4 was part of a broader vision conceived by series creator Kevin Williamson:

“It is or was a planned trilogy. I think the studio is realistic enough to say, let’s see how it does. But Kevin Williamson does have an idea for a planned trilogy out of it.”

He also teased a little about the plot:

“I think it’s kind of known that Neve is returning to her hometown for a short visit, and all hell breaks loose. But there’s also a whole cast of new characters—there’s some very, very interesting kids.”

What Does This Mean for Scream Fans?

While the studio remained cautious about confirming future sequels, Craven and Williamson clearly envisioned Scream 4 as more than just a standalone film. With a mix of legacy characters and new blood, the stage was set for an evolution of the franchise—a promise that left fans on the edge of their seats.

As we await more news, one thing is certain: Ghostface’s knife isn’t going back into the drawer anytime soon.