The trailer for Scary Movie 6 leaked online ahead of schedule, packed with references to recent horror hits

The debut trailer for the parody comedy Scary Movie 6 has surfaced online earlier than expected—and it’s already spreading like wildfire across social media, sparking plenty of buzz among franchise fans. Judging by the footage, the new installment is set to lampoon some of the biggest horror films of the past few years.

The Wayans brothers—Marlon Wayans and Shawn Wayans—are returning to the project, bringing back the creative force that launched the series. Familiar faces from the original films also make an appearance, clearly aiming to tap into nostalgia for the early days of the franchise.

If the leaked trailer is anything to go by, Scary Movie 6 will take aim at a whole lineup of modern horror hits. Expect parodies of Get Out, It, M3GAN, Saw X, Scream VI, The Nun, and Halloween. Eagle-eyed viewers will also spot visual nods to other recent releases, while the updated logo is an unmistakable homage to the "Scream" aesthetic.

One moment that’s already getting a lot of attention is the surprise cameo by popular streamer Kai Cenat, hinting at a more internet-savvy sense of humor this time around.

From the trailer’s tone, it’s clear the creators are leaning into sharp, up-to-the-minute pop culture references—skewering not just the movies themselves, but the trends surrounding them, from "elevated" social horror to the endless cycle of classic reboots.

Scary Movie 6 is set to hit theaters on June 12. Previously, Marlon Wayans stated that the fate of sequels to White Chicks and Don’t Be a Menace to South Central would depend on the success of this new entry.

Are you excited for the return of Scary Movie, or do you think parodies of modern horror just don’t hit like they did back in the 2000s?