Scary Movie 6 Trailer Ignites Fury with Pronoun Joke
The upcoming horror spoof sequel, Scary Movie 6, is already stirring significant controversy months before its scheduled June release. The film's newly released trailer has divided fans and critics alike with its politically-incorrect humour, particularly targeting contemporary gender pronoun norms.
Trailer Scene Sparks Immediate Backlash
In the opening moments of the trailer, a woman is brutally stabbed by the iconic Ghostface character on a crowded New York Subway train. As a horrified passenger screams, 'He stabbed her!', the victim—still in the midst of the attack—abruptly corrects them, snapping, 'Not HER! My pronouns are they/them. He stabbed THEM!'
This brief but pointed scene has generated a polarised response across social media platforms. Many viewers have labelled the joke as transphobic and outdated, while others have celebrated it as a return to the franchise's traditional anti-woke comedic style.
Mixed Reactions Flood Social Media
The online discourse reveals deep divisions among audiences. One commentator noted, 'I'm not offended by Scary Movie 6 having a "my pronouns are they/them" joke, I'm offended that they didn't do something new or outrageous with it.' They added, 'Like man. I know you're gonna be transphobic. You're Scary Movie. But you at least have to be funnier than Ben Shapiro.'
Another critic dismissed the humour as stale, writing, 'This pronoun thing is about 10 years too late and sounds like a boomer MAGA grumble.' A third echoed this sentiment, stating, 'They're actively trying to be offensive, when the reality is that type of comedy is extremely dated.'
However, not all responses have been negative. Some fans have pushed back against the criticism, with one asserting, 'I love how all the trans people are pretending they're NOT triggered by it. Clearly you are!' Another supporter declared, 'Maybe I'm that one friend who isn't woke enough but the Scary Movie 6 trailer was funny as f**k!'
Franchise Revival After Decade-Long Hiatus
Scary Movie 6 marks a significant return for the franchise, arriving more than a decade after the poorly received fifth instalment. Scary Movie 5, released in 2013, was notable for being the first entry without leads Anna Faris and Regina Hall. It suffered scathing reviews from critics and became the lowest-grossing film in the series' history.
The upcoming sixth film promises a major comeback, reuniting Faris and Hall alongside the original creators, the Wayans brothers. Faris had previously expressed her conditions for returning to the franchise in a 2024 interview with People magazine, stating, 'I would love to work with Regina again. I just love her so much. We would make each other giggle all day long. Regina Hall would be my answer. And money. But mostly all Regina!'
New Film Spoofs Recent Horror Hits
Scary Movie 6 will parody several contemporary horror successes, including Terrifier, M3gan, Get Out, Longlegs, and Smile. This modern selection aims to refresh the franchise's trademark spoof formula for a new generation of viewers.
The production arrives amidst sombre news for the franchise community, following the tragic death of former Scary Movie star Jayne Trcka. The retired actress and bodybuilder, known professionally as Kasie Cavanaugh, passed away at age 62 from hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease complicated by a left femoral fracture. Official reports indicated chronic alcohol use was a contributing factor.
Trcka made her acting debut in the original 2000 Scary Movie, portraying gym teacher Miss Mann. That film achieved massive commercial success, grossing $278 million worldwide and launching the entire franchise.
As the June release date approaches, the controversy surrounding Scary Movie 6's trailer suggests the film may generate as much discussion for its social commentary as for its comedic horror spoofs. The debate highlights ongoing cultural tensions around humour, sensitivity, and free expression in modern entertainment.
