Will ‘Scream 5’ be on HBO Max or Netflix?

Sidney Prescott is back, baby, and this time, she definitely knows the list of rules to survive a horror movie. But what about hybrid reboot-slash-sequel of a classic horror movie?

Scream 5, also just known as Scream, opens in theaters this weekend. It takes place 25 years after the events of Wes Craven’s 1996 meta slasher film Scream and features many returning cast members, including Neve Campbell as Sidney Prescott, Courteney Cox as Gale Weathers, David Arquette as Dewey Riley, and Marley Shelton as Judy Hicks.

This time around, there’s a new killer behind the infamous Ghostface mask, and they are targetting a new group of modern-day teens to terrorize. New cast members include Melissa Barrera, Mason Gooding, Jenna Ortega, and Jack Quaid. It’s a modern update to a familiar meta-story, and sure to be a fun addition to this cult classic franchise. Here’s what you need to know about where to watch Scream (2022) and when to expect Scream (2022) on streaming.

WHERE TO WATCH SCREAM 2022:

UPDATE (3/3/2022): Scream (2022) is now available to purchase on digital platforms as of March 1, 2022. The new Scream will be available on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD on April 5.

After the movie’s theatrical run, you will be able to stream Scream on Paramount+, the Paramount streaming service. Paramount+ offers a premium plan priced at $9.99/month or an ad-supported plan for $5.99/month. You’ll also be able to rent Scream on digital platforms like Amazon Prime, iTunes, YouTube, Google Play, and more.

WILL SCREAM 5 BE ON HBO MAX? IS THE NEW SCREAM ON HBO MAX?

No. Scream is a Paramount movie, not a Warner Bros. movie, and therefore will not be streaming on HBO Max when it opens in theaters. More than that, HBO Max will no longer be streaming theatrical movies in 2022. Last year, Warner Media opted to simultaneously release its theatrical slate on streaming, meaning HBO Max subscribers could watch movies like Matrix Resurrections at home. This year, however, Warner Bros. theatrical movies will have a 45-day theaters-only run before moving to HBO Max.

IS THE NEW SCREAM ON NETFLIX?

No. Scream is not on Netflix, and, because it’s going to Paramount+, it likely will not be on Netflix any time soon. Sorry!

WHEN WILL SCREAM 5 BE STREAMING? WHEN WILL SCREAM BE ON PARAMOUNT PLUS?

UPDATE (3/3/2022): Scream (2022) is now available to purchase on digital platforms as of March 1, 2022. The new Scream will be available on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD on April 5.

While there is not an official Paramount+ release date for Scream, we can expect Scream to be on the streaming service after 30 to 45 days in theaters. Last year, Paramount announced all of its titles would be moving to Paramount+ after 30 days in theaters, while big tentpole titles would get 45 days in theaters. Therefore, you should see Scream on Paramount+ around the second or third week of February 2022.

If the Paramount+ release of Scream follows the same pattern as A Quiet Place Part II, then you will also be able to rent Scream for $20 on PVOD at the same time it begins streaming free on Paramount+. In the meantime, you can watch the original Scream on Peacock.