Scream 4, the fourth installment in the Scream film series, directed by Wes Craven and starring Neve Campbell, David Arquette, and Courtney Cox, was released in theaters.
Sidney Prescott comes back to her hometown of Woodsboro to promote her new book, drawing attention from both the media and old acquaintances.
Jill Roberts, Sidney’s cousin, arrives in Woodsboro to visit Sidney and her family, rekindling family ties.
Charlie Walker is murdered after discovering a film reel, reintroducing the Woodsboro murders and the Ghostface killer.
Ghostface starts targeting Sidney's friends and family, including Jill’s friends, escalating the terror.
Woodsboro sheriff warns Jill that she and her friends are in danger following the escalating attacks.
It is revealed that Jill and her friend Charlie are behind the murders, aiming to become the new Sidney Prescott and refresh the franchise.
Sidney, along with Dewey and Gale, fight against the killers to survive and protect the town.
Sidney survives the ordeal; Jill is killed, and the killers' plot is exposed, bringing an end to the latest spree.
