What is the best Scary Movie film?

The Scary Movie franchise has spent over 25 years gleefully lampooning horror classics, from the original Wayans Brothers masterpiece to the long-awaited 2026 reboot. Which entry in this proudly ridiculous franchise do you think is the funniest and best?

1

Scary Movie 5 (2013)

The most widely panned installment in the franchise — the only entry without Anna Faris — which targeted Mama and Black Swan to near-universal disappointment.

1000pts

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2

Scary Movie 2 (2001)

The first sequel shifts the parody target to haunted-house films, trading the original's slasher edge for broader, weirder comedy with returning fan favorites.

578pts

3

Scary Movie 4 (2006)

The fourth entry takes aim at Saw, War of the Worlds, and The Grudge in another Zucker-directed installment that divided fans of the franchise.

397pts

4

Scary Movie (2000)

The original Wayans Brothers parody that launched the franchise — a sharp, raunchy send-up of Scream and I Know What You Did Last Summer that grossed $278 million worldwide.

205pts

5

Scary Movie (2026)

The Wayans Brothers' long-awaited reboot reunites original cast members for a new generation of horror parody, topping the box office in its opening weekend.

104pts

6

Scary Movie 3 (2003)

Directed by David Zucker, this third installment parodies The Ring and Signs, widely considered the best of the sequels for its tighter comedy craft.

1pts