Marlon Wayans Aims To ‘Cancel The Cancel Culture’ With Upcoming ‘Scary Movie 6,’ Promises To ‘Make Fun Of Everybody’

Marlon Wayans is hoping to ruffle as many feathers as possible with the highly-anticipated release of “Scary Movie 6.”

Marlon Wayans is hoping to ruffle as many feathers as possible with the highly-anticipated release of “Scary Movie 6,” which sees the Wayans brothers back in control of the franchise for the first time in decades.

The world has definitely changed since the last Wayans brothers-helmed horror movie spoof, but that is exactly why the actor-comedian says that film is needed now more than ever.

Marlon Wayans Will ‘Make Fun Of Everybody’ In ‘Scary Movie 6’

As the beloved horror movie franchise “Scream” recently returned to theaters with its seventh installment, fans were treated to the first look at “Scary Movie 6,” which is set to hit theaters this summer.

In the first trailer, it’s clear that no one is safe from being the butt of the joke, and that’s exactly the way that Wayans (and his brothers) intended.

Speaking exclusively with Entertainment Weekly, Wayans shared his intention behind the film and what he hopes to achieve as fans watch the new installment.

"What we're trying to do is bring back laughter," he told the outlet. "This is about bringing back comedy the way it used to be. And I think the only way to do it, is you have to cancel the cancel culture."

"We're gonna do what we always do. We're gonna make fun of everybody because we're equal opportunity offenders," the “Him” star said.

He also added that having the Wayans family back in control of the franchise means that their inherited brand of comedy will be right back front and center.

"We have a recipe, we have a formula that you can't mimic or copy. You could try, but it's very specific. It's how we grew up, and it's how we see the world. It's the household we were raised in with the sense of humor that we all were governed with, that we inherited from our mother," Wayans said.

‘Scary Movie 6’ Will Spoof Some Of The Biggest Horror Films Of The Past Decade

Some of the most talked-about films in the horror genre will be spoofed in “Scary Movie 6,” which will be the first time the Wayans brothers have returned since 2001’s “Scary Movie 2.”

"Sinners," "Weapons," "M3GAN," “Heart Eyes,” “Terrifier,” “Get Out,” “Ma,” “The Substance,” “Longlegs,” “Smile,” and 2018’s “Halloween” are just some of the films that audiences will immediately recognize as the source of spoofing.

"We laughed all the way through," Wayans told Entertainment Weekly of the fun behind-the-scenes. "We let everyone have fun, we let them improvise, and you're gonna see it all over this movie. All of these references."

Wayans also noted that laughter is more important than ever right now, given the heaviness in the world, and he and his family hope the film can provide a welcome escape.

"I got me and my brothers together to come back to a franchise that we were removed from," he said. "I think the assignment is to bring back the cast, bring back me and my brothers working together, and to bring back big-a— laughs. The world needs a big-a— laugh."

Marlon Wayans Has Big Plans For Some Of His Past Films If ‘Scary Movie 6’ Is A Hit

The Wayans brothers have been spoofing films since the mid-90s, and if “Scary Movie 6” is a box-office success, fans can expect those films to be revisited via sequels.

According to Deadline, while appearing on the “Rap Attack” podcast, Wayans said that sequels to 1995’s “Don’t Be A Menace To South Central While Drinking Your Juice In The Hood” and 2004’s fan favorite “White Chicks” are up next if the fans show up for “Scary Movie 6.”

“When y’all see this movie, you’ll be like, ‘That’s it. That’s the one. That’s what we needed,'” he said. “Y’all belly will be full, and you’ll be wanting more.”

“And so, if ‘Scary Movie’ does well like we hope it does, then we’ll be back real hard, next ‘White Chicks 2’ and ‘Don’t Be a Menace 2.’ We’re going to dig in the crates and bring back some hits. We know how,” Wayans added.

The Wayans Brothers' Return To The ‘Scary Movie’ Franchise Was Initially Announced In 2024

In October 2024, the head of Miramax, Jonathan Glickman, expressed his excitement at the famed family being back in control of the franchise that made the studio millions.

“We are thrilled to reunite Scary Movie with the Wayans brothers, the brilliant creators behind the beloved franchise,” Glickman said, per Deadline. “The timing is perfect to bring back the series to the big screen, and we’re lucky to have Keenen, Marlon, and Shawn’s unique comedic vision bringing it to audiences around the world,” he added.

The brothers also released a statement at the time announcing their official return.

“We couldn’t be more excited to be a part of the new ‘Scary Movie’ and work with each other again,” Keenan, Marlon, and Shawn said. “This is a franchise we created more than 20 years ago. We remember people laughing in the aisles and hope to see that happen again.”

“We look forward to working with Jonathan Glickman and his team at the new Miramax to bring these laughs to theaters, where they belong. It’s a double reunion,” the Wayans brothers continued.

‘Scary Movie 6’ Will Have A Prime Summer Release Date

 

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Paramount and Miramax, the studios producing the film, clearly have high hopes for its success, as “Scary Movie 6” has been given a prime slot for the summer blockbuster movie season.

The film is set to hit theaters on June 12. In addition to Marlon and Shawn starring, “Scary Movie 6” will also see the return of franchise favorites Regina Hall, Anna Faris, Dave Sheridan, Lochlyn Monroe, and Chris Elliott.