Ghostface is about to hang up the mask on Tubi. Scream 4, the late Wes Craven’s final feature film, is set to leave the streamer soon, cutting short the chance to watch Ghostface’s comeback for free. Released in 2011, the fourth entry in the legendary slasher franchise brought the iconic killer into the age of smartphones, social media, and a new generation of victims, and it now stands as the last word from one of the genre’s most influential filmmakers. Craven, who passed away in 2015, had already revolutionized horror twice: first with A Nightmare on Elm Street, then with the original Scream.
Returning for this belated sequel over a decade after the third entry, he reunited Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, and David Arquette with a younger cast to offer new blood that included Emma Roberts, Hayden Panettiere, and Rory Culkin. Written again by Kevin Williamson, Scream 4 blended meta-commentary on remakes and sequels with the sharp shocks and satirical edge that made the series a phenomenon.
Wes Craven’s Final Cut
At the time of its release, Scream 4 was met with mixed reviews and modest box office returns, rating the lowest in the franchise in box office sales. But in the years since, its reputation has grown, especially in light of Craven’s passing. Many fans now view it as a prophetic piece of horror that was ahead of its time, skewering toxic fandom, viral fame, and the endless recycling of franchises in ways that feel even more relevant today. In hindsight, it works as a bridge between the original trilogy and the current Scream revival, with Panettiere’s Kirby Reed even resurrected in 2023’s Scream 6. More importantly, it carries the weight of finality. Every meta wink and bloody twist now doubles as a goodbye from a filmmaker who helped to define how audiences scream.
Its impending exit from Tubi highlights the increasingly unstable streaming landscape, where even major horror titles bounce from service to service. While the earlier Scream entries have generally found steadier homes, the fourth chapter remains a bit of a nomad. Right now, it’s unclear where it will land next, making this free streaming window all the more valuable. For now, the countdown is on. Whether you’re a die-hard Ghostface completist or simply looking to honor Craven’s legacy, this is your last chance to stream his final film without spending a dime.
Scream 4
- Release Date
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April 15, 2011
- Runtime
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111 minutes
