2022 has been an incredible time for the horror genre.

The killer year was kicked off with the explosively meta return of theScreamfranchise.

Due to the reboots glowing reviews and major box office success,Scream 6was quickly greenlit.

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NowScream 2022break-out starJenna Ortegahas commented onCampbells absence.

Speaking exclusively withEntertainment Tonightwhile promoting the actress upcomingTim Burton-directedWednesdayseries, Ortega was asked about howScream 6would address Sidneys absence.

Sidneys presence seems to be felt in spirit with a layer of respect for good measure.

Neve Campbell as Sidney Prescott covered in blood in Scream.

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She’s missed and thought of."

Mainly when it came to Tara and Sam Carpenter played by Ortega andMelissa Barrerarespectively.

As the franchise grows older, its going to get harder to naturally include her as well.

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Further, the franchise has essentially covered all the ground it can with Sidney.

However, with that said, theres nothing saying Campbell cant return for future films afterScream 6.

Screamis at an interestingly crucial turning point in its franchise’s history.

Scream VI

The trailer can be viewed down below.