Legendary filmmaker Wes Craven revitalizes the slasher genre with this sharp, suspenseful and darkly humorous first chapter of the iconic horror franchise. When a string of brutal murders shakes a small community, a group of horror-movie-loving teens find themselves stalked by a mysterious masked killer. As the victims begin to pile up, they quickly discover that surviving means understanding the rules of a scary movie—and that anyone could be behind the mask.

Blending clever satire with genuine scares, the film features an unforgettable ensemble cast including David Arquette, Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, Matthew Lillard, Rose McGowan, Skeet Ulrich and Drew Barrymore.