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Scream 3

2000·Movie
1h 56min·R
IMDb5.7Metacritic566.3Rotten Tomatoes45%38%

Where to watch

fuboTVPhiloParamount+HooplaStarz

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Relentless energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and brutally violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis4
  • Pathos3
  • Hopefulness3

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

Everyday modern life, mystery, and crime

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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Graphic violence bothers youYou scare easilyYou want something quiet and calm

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About

The most terrifying scream is always the last.

As bodies begin dropping around the Hollywood set of STAB 3, the third film based on the gruesome Woodsboro killings, Sidney and other survivors are once again terrorized by another Ghostface killer.
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Crew

Directed by:
Wes Craven, Rick Avery, Nick Mastandrea
Written by:
Kevin Williamson, Ehren Kruger
Produced by:
Harvey Weinstein, Kevin Williamson, Bob Weinstein
Composed by:
Doc Kane, Marco Beltrami, Dan O'Connell

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Scream 3

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Where can I stream Scream 3 legally?

fuboTVPhiloParamount+HooplaStarz

Scream 3 is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Philo, and Starz in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Scream 3 worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 5.7, Rotten Tomatoes 45%, and Metacritic 56). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Scream 3 rated?

RViolenceStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Scream 3?

1 h 56 min

Scream 3 runs 1 h 56 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Scream 3?

Critics51
Audiences53

Yes. Critics average 51 and audiences 53 out of 100, so both groups see Scream 3 much the same way.

Was Scream 3 a box office hit?

Budget$40 million
Box office$162 million

Yes. It cost about $40 million to make and earned $162 million worldwide, 4.0 times its budget.

What language is Scream 3 in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Scream 3?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Scream 3 in 95 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Scream 3 use?

Call-BackSacrificial LambTheme NamingRasputinian DeathAborted ArcMade of IronWilling Suspension of DisbeliefAdvertised ExtraThe Blade Always Lands Pointy End InWriters Cannot Do MathDawson CastingFlipping the Birdand 77 more

TV Tropes lists 89 storytelling tropes for Scream 3, including Call-Back, Sacrificial Lamb, Theme Naming.