‘Scream 7’ Slashes Its Way to No. 1 at the U.K. & Ireland Box Office
The latest installment of the iconic horror franchise, Scream 7, has debuted at No. 1 at the U.K. and Ireland box office, marking a high note for Paramount’s slasher sequel in its first weekend of release.
According to Comscore figures for the weekend of February 27–March 1, the film grossed approximately £3.3 million from weekend ticket sales, with £3.8 million including preview screenings. That performance was strong enough to dethrone Wuthering Heights — a romantic drama that had held the region’s top spot — and take the crown for the most successful debut among the franchise’s seven films.
The weekend’s box office also saw other titles like EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert and GOAT place in the charts, but neither could match the horror sequel’s momentum. Scream 7 opened in nearly 600 venues across the U.K. and Ireland, giving it broad reach and a dominant debut over competing releases.
Box Office Context: Global & Franchise Performance
The U.K. and Ireland numbers are part of a wider box office surge for the seventh Scream movie. Across the global weekend, the film recorded a franchise‑best opening of approximately $97.2 million worldwide, with a strong $64.1 million gross in the United States alone — the biggest domestic debut in the series’ 30‑year history.
That haul surpasses previous franchise entries and shows a continued appetite for the Scream brand, even amid mixed reviews from critics. The international contribution, including the U.K./Ireland weekend figures, underscores how the film’s performance overseas has boosted its overall box office impact.
What This Means for the Franchise
The success of Scream 7 in the U.K. and Ireland, combined with its global debut tally, indicates a lucrative trajectory for the horror series going into 2026. The film benefits from the return of legacy cast members — including Neve Campbell — and the creative involvement of original contributors, factors that appear to have resonated with audiences enough to generate strong ticket sales despite lukewarm critical response.
As box office tracking continues and more territories report earnings, Scream 7 is positioned as one of the most commercially successful entries in the franchise, potentially setting the stage for further sequels and expanded plans for the series.
