This will surely please a lot of SCREAM fans who were looking to tune into MTV’s new series inspired by the Wes Craven classic. There’s a fan site, Ghostface, that uncovered some revealing news about MTV’s upcoming new “Scream” series as they got in touch with RJ Torbert, the man who controls the rights to the iconic mask, to ask if Ghost Face will be making an appearance. Here’s what he had to say; brace yourselves…
“To answer your question regarding the “Scream” TV series… Please note, that I had been in communication with TWC regarding this and they have informed me, that as of now, and during the initial launch that Ghost Face is NOT involved in the new format. They also indicated that because of this direction, it does not mean, that Ghost Face will not be involved at a later date. So, there is still a question, to the question. However, as of now, there is no involvement.” That’s pretty painful to hear considering that the mask is quite literally the face of the franchise. There is a little shred of hope in there, though, because he does mention that Ghost Face could eventually tie into the series.
As far as the actual rights are concerned: “We believe, ‘Scream’ is Ghost Face, and Ghost Face is Scream. However, while Ghost Face is owned by Fun World, The Scream Motion Picture Franchise is owned by The Weinstein Company and it is their option to Film a movie or TV show without Ghost Face. Regardless, we wish them the best of luck and I’m sure ‘Scream’ fans will check out the series. Who knows what will happen in the future regarding the series and Ghost Face. Never say never.”
The MTV series stars Willa Fitzgerald, Taylor-Klaus, Bobby Campo, Connor Weil and Joel Gretsch. It will center on a YouTube viral video gone wrong, which leads to adverse repercussions for teenager Audrey Jesen and will also serve as the catalyst for a murder and opens up a window to the town’s troubled past.