David Arquette Recalls Nearly Getting Killed Off In The First Scream, Has A Funny Take On Why He’s Grateful He Didn’t

The foundations of the horror genre were built on long-running franchises. ‘90s brought us a beloved property with Wes Craven’S Scream. There’s a new installment coming in January, complete with original stars like David Arquette aka Dewey. Arquette recently recalled nearly getting killed off in the first movie, and a funny reason why he’s glad he didn’t.

Original 1996 ScreamThe cast fell, with most of them losing their lives. However, a handful of survivors managed to survive and appear in the sequels. David Arquette’s Dewey is One of the three heroes

who have appeared in every installment, although the Woodsboro Deputy nearly bit the dust in Wes Craven’s original. Arquette recently spoke out about this twist in fate, saying:

It’s a wonderful opportunity to be part of something for 25 years. Dewey is a role I enjoy playing. He’s such an iconic character. Wes Craven was kind enough to let us know. ‘David, we’re gonna put you in a gurney, we’ll roll you out and we’ll see if you make it or not.’ Then, the second time we did it, he said, ’OK this time just give a little thumbs up, I dunno if I’ll use it or not… ’Thank god for Wes Craven because I got a baby out of it. Courteney Cox, it’s not Wes Craven!

The man’s got a point. If Dewey were to die in the original ScreamCourtney Cox and David Arquette have never been married We would have collaboratedIn the following movies. They fell in love and got married during the sequels. Then they started their own families. It’s good that Wes Craven chose to keep him around.

David Arquette’s comments come from a recent appearance he did on Late Night with Seth Meyers. Many of the conversations revolved around Dewey’s tenure. ScreamThe sequel is due to arrive in the New Year. As in the previous four installments of the series, the actor aged 50 will again be the star alongside his father. one Courteney Cox

To say David Arquette’s life was changed by ScreamThis is not an exaggeration, as it had a profound impact on both his career & family. It’s likely for this reason that he remains such a big cheerleader for the franchise as a whole, and Wes Craven’s ongoing legacy. He has a daughter due to the slasher franchise.

The new contents ScreamThey are being kept private because the franchise is well-known for its strict security. The trailer that was the first.Although the two of them did manage to break the internet, Ready or notDirectors have admitted it has misdirects. Footage of the trio of original stars is limited, and fans are especially nervous for David Arquette’s character Dewey.

The overall plot for the fifth ScreamAlthough the identity of the murderer remains a mystery, it appears that another will emerge in Woodsboro. This leads new protagonist Sam (Melissa Barrera) to seek out advice from David Arquette’s Dewey, who presumably assembles the three OG’s. Let’s just hope that he survives alongside Courteney Cox’s Gale Weathers and Neve Campbell’s Sidney Prescott.

ScreamIt is expected that the movie will arrive in theaters on January 14, 2019. Check out the 2021 Movie release datesTo plan your next movie experience.