TMDb/Scream 7 Movie Scream 7 faces backlash after Melissa Barrera's firing over Gaza posts. Explore the controversy, studio statement, and fan boycott calls. March 9, 2026 AceShowbiz - Scream 7 has encountered significant controversy following protests linked to the firing of actress Melissa Barrera. The former star, initially set to appear in the film, was dismissed in November 2023 by production company Spyglass Media Group due to her social media posts about the Israel-Gaza conflict.