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Scary Movie Is Back With Original Creators
By Jacob VanGundy
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Scary Movie, the 2000s horror parody franchise, is receiving a reboot with the original creators back behind the wheel. A new deal with Miramax will see the Wayans Brothers return to the property they created over 20 years ago. The return of the whacky parody series promises to bring comedy back to the big screen.
A joint statement from Marlon, Shawn, and Keenen Ivory Wayans confirmed that they would be writing the Scary Movie reboot. While the film was originally announced earlier this year, the iconic comedy family returning to the franchise has fans excited about the project. It’s unknown if Keenen Ivory Wayans will return as director for the new film, a position he held on the first two entries in the franchise.
Scary Movie Was A Massive Hit
When the first Scary Movie came out in 2000, it was a huge hit and helped to define the decade’s comedic sensibilities, a legacy that has earned it a modern reboot. The original movie earned $278 million on a budget of only $19 million, spawning four sequels. It also created a specific mold for parody movies, with dozens of other films imitating the Wayans style.
The popular comedy franchise’s return is exciting news, but the Scary Movie reboot is also significant because it’s a Wayans Brother reunion. It has been 18 years since the trio worked on a movie together, with the last entry being the disappointing 2006 flop Little Man. Bringing a pop-culture savvy, whacky brand of humor, the brothers were major comedy figures in the 1990s and 2000s, and their return as collaborators is huge news.
Righting One Of Harvey Weinstein’s Wrongs
Some fans also see Miramax giving the Scary Movie reboot to the Wayans as righting a wrong. Earlier this year Marlon Wayans accused Harvey Weinstein, the former head of Miramax, of stealing the franchise from his family, exploiting a weak contract to take the franchise away from them. The Wayans were uninvolved with the franchise after its second entry, with David Zucker taking over as the franchise’s guiding voice.
Little is known about the Scary Movie reboot outside the Wayans Brothers returning. No casting news has been announced, so it isn’t known if series staples like Anna Farris and Regina Hall will be returning or if the movie will focus on a new cast. It’s also unknown what movies the Wayans will be parodying, though the popular elevated horror sub-genre is a likely candidate.
Heading To Theaters
One detail we do know about the Scary Movie reboot is that it’s receiving a wide theatrical release. As box office returns have diminished, many movies, especially comedies, have been released straight to streaming in recent years. In their statement, the Wayans assured fans that this would not be the case for the upcoming movie, which will be released domestically by Miramax and globally by Paramount.
The last few decades have seen very few pure comedies in theaters, but the Scary Movie reboot could be a sign that it’s coming to an end. Nostalgic revivals have a mixed record but with the return of the Wayans and the lack of recent comedies, it could be a hit. The movie is set to film in 2025, so fans should look for the film to come out late next year or in 2026.
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Best Mothers Day gifts: Show mom some love
Mother figures are the backbone of the world. Yours may be your biological mother, or maybe she’s your mother-in-law, your best friend’s mom, or simply someone whose motherly instinct has helped you through hard times.
Moms teach you the adulting necessities, give advice even if the problem is your fault, and above all, they put up with your shit and (almost) never complain.
The game plan here isn’t just to snag the last bouquet at CVS just so you’re not the kid who forgot Mother’s Day (but definitely also get flowers). And you don’t even need to spend a lot of money. (Peep our list of Mother’s Day gifts that cost less than $50. Want even more cheap gift ideas?
Skip the generic mugs and show your appreciation with a gift picked just for her: Whether it’s something to make a part of her life easier, something she’s mentioned wanting in passing, or simply something to make her feel like a damn queen, you can’t put a price on everything she’s done for you, but heartfelt gifts certainly help.
After all, they say “No matter how hard you try, you always end up like your mother.” But is that even a bad thing?
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Ban subscriptions and get Microsoft Office 2024 for life for just £121
TL;DR: Grab Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business for PC or Mac for just £120.54 through June 1.
You wouldn’t keep paying for Netflix if you could own your favorite shows, right? So why are you still subscribing to Office apps you use every day? Microsoft 365’s price keeps going up, but there’s finally a way to break free — and it’ll cost you way less in the long run.
Microsoft Office 2024 is the answer you’ve been looking for. Instead of monthly payments, simply pay £120.54 once and be set for life (reg. £188.37). It’s that simple. And, yes, this lifetime download works for PC or Mac.
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The newest version of Microsoft Office is a little different from Microsoft 365. But just because you’re switching to a lifetime license doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on some of the most recent updates. Word and Excel both still have AI integrations for text suggestions and smart data analysis, and PowerPoint still has improved tools for recorded presentations.
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for May 9, 2025
Oh hey there! If you’re here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we’re serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today’s answer.
If you just want to be told today’s word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today’s Wordle solution revealed. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
Where did Wordle come from?
Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website’s creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?
It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn’t any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle‘s Hard Mode if you’re after more of a challenge, though.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
Gibberish.
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Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
There are no recurring letters.
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter T.
The Wordle answer today is…
Get your last guesses in now, because it’s your final chance to solve today’s Wordle before we reveal the solution.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today’s Wordle is…
TRIPE.
Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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