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Loved the vibe? Here are ten films that hit similar notes—with match scores, reasons to watch, and where to stream in the US.

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Why people love it

Audiences latched onto Scream (1996) as a crime theatrical experience: big enough for a group watch, specific enough to reward a second viewing once you know where it's headed. The crime and horror blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 52m · ★ 7.4

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  1. 96match

    1.I Am Not a Serial Killer (2016)

    ★ 6.3 · Horror · Mystery · Crime · 1h 44m

    Why you'll love it

    If Scream clicked for you, I Am Not a Serial Killer (2016) is a strong next stop: both trade in crime and horror, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • AMC Plus Apple TV Channel
    • AMC+ Amazon Channel
    • AMC+
    • Philo
    • Shudder
    • Sundance Now
    • Shudder Amazon Channel
    • Shudder Apple TV Channel
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  2. 94match

    2.Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (2019)

    ★ 6.5 · Horror · Mystery · 1h 48m

    Why you'll love it

    If Scream clicked for you, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (2019) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and mystery, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Plex(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    + Save for later
  3. 92match

    3.Fear Street: 1994 (2021)

    ★ 6.7 · Horror · Mystery · 1h 48m

    Why you'll love it

    If Scream clicked for you, Fear Street: 1994 (2021) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and mystery, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Netflix
    • Netflix Standard with Ads
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    4.Summer of 84 (2018)

    ★ 6.9 · Drama · Horror · Mystery · 1h 46m

    Why you'll love it

    If Scream clicked for you, Summer of 84 (2018) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and mystery, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
    • YouTube(Buy)
    + Save for later
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    5.Brick (2006)

    ★ 6.8 · Drama · Mystery · Crime · 1h 50m

    Why you'll love it

    If Scream clicked for you, Brick (2006) is a strong next stop: both trade in crime and mystery, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
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    6.The Silence of the Lambs (1991)

    ★ 8.3 · Crime · Thriller · Drama · 1h 59m

    Why you'll love it

    If Scream clicked for you, The Silence of the Lambs (1991) is a strong next stop: both trade in crime, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Prime Video
    • YouTube TV
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    + Save for later
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    7.Memento (2000)

    ★ 8.2 · Mystery · Thriller · 1h 53m

    Why you'll love it

    If Scream clicked for you, Memento (2000) is a strong next stop: both trade in mystery, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Prime Video
    • HBO Max
    • Peacock Premium
    • Cinemax Amazon Channel
    • Cinemax Apple TV Channel
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • Peacock Premium Plus
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    + Save for later
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    8.Donnie Darko (2001)

    ★ 7.8 · Fantasy · Drama · Mystery · 1h 54m

    Why you'll love it

    If Scream clicked for you, Donnie Darko (2001) is a strong next stop: both trade in mystery, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Prime Video
    • Hulu
    • fuboTV
    • Criterion Channel
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • Shout! Factory Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    + Save for later
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    9.Twelve Monkeys (1995)

    ★ 7.6 · Science Fiction · Thriller · Mystery · 2h 9m

    Why you'll love it

    If Scream clicked for you, Twelve Monkeys (1995) is a strong next stop: both trade in mystery, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Prime Video
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    + Save for later
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    10.Halloween (1978)

    ★ 7.6 · Horror · Thriller · 1h 31m

    Why you'll love it

    If Scream clicked for you, Halloween (1978) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • fuboTV
    • AMC Plus Apple TV Channel
    • AMC+ Amazon Channel
    • AMC+
    • Philo
    • Shudder
    • Shudder Amazon Channel
    • Cultpix
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FAQ

What should I watch after Scream?
Try I Am Not a Serial Killer, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, Fear Street: 1994—each shares DNA with Scream while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Scream?
Scream (1996) is best described as Crime, Horror, Mystery. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Scream part of a franchise?
Yes—it's part of the "Scream Collection" storyline. You can enjoy it standalone, but sequels and tie-ins build on characters and continuity established here.

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