“There are anywhere from 30 to 300 serial killers active in the US on any given day. Just sayin’.”

This tweet from Kevin Williamson may seem like a random and terrifying statistic to most, but to Scream fans, it’s a potential clue. Williamson, the mastermind behind the franchise, seems to have begun the research phase for his new TV project—a thriller about a serial killer who uses technology to create chaos by organizing a cult of murderers.

This eerie statistic brings back memories of Debbie Salt (Scream 2’s Mrs. Loomis), who claimed there were “only 97 active serial killers in the country” during the events of the sequel. Fast forward to Williamson’s upcoming show, and it seems the writer’s fascination with serial killers and their psychology has only grown.

A Connection to Scream’s Original Trilogy?

With the early Scream 4 script recently leaked online (spoiler: Jill survives in it), fans can’t help but theorize. Could this TV series’ plot have roots in Williamson’s vision for the next Scream trilogy?

It’s worth noting that Scream 5 is currently in limbo, with rumors of a search for a new screenwriter. Williamson’s upcoming show could potentially represent ideas that were once considered for the franchise but ultimately repurposed.

A Franchise Reimagined?

The idea of a killer using technology to manipulate and organize chaos aligns with Scream’s signature blend of terror and commentary on modern culture. Whether this new TV show was inspired by unused Scream 5 material and ideas or simply reflects Williamson’s evolving interests, it’s hard not to imagine the possibilities for its connection to the franchise.

For now, we’re left to theorize—because with Kevin Williamson, nothing is ever random.