Marlon Wayans and original cast of Scary Movie relaunch franchise in theaters on June 3

The “Todo Mundo em Pânico” franchise returns to theaters this Wednesday, June 3, with the release of the sixth volume. The new film brings back the brothers Wayans, Marlon and Shawn, in creative control of the production, in addition to Marlon Wayans, Anna Faris and Regina Hall as protagonists. The return takes place more than a decade after the last title in the saga, promising a nostalgic and renewed experience for the public.

Este relaunch seeks to revive the original spirit of the series, which marked the beginning of the 2000s with its parodies of horror films. The film industry has been experiencing a moment of appreciation for nostalgia, and the team behind the new “Every Mundo in Pânico” hopes to capitalize on this trend. The decision to reunite the original cast and creators points to an effort to reconnect with longtime fans.

Retorno from the brothers Wayans to creative control

Marlon Wayans, in an interview with CNN Brasil, expressed the motivation behind the team’s return. Ele stated that the idea came from the perception of a collective need for laughter, especially after the Covid-19 pandemic period. The actor and screenwriter highlighted that everyone felt the urgency of working together again on the franchise. The intention was to resurrect the project, reunite the cast, make each other laugh and, by extension, provide moments of joy to the world.

Ele drew parallels with the success of other productions that appealed to collective feelings. Wayans mentioned “Michael”, which made people dance and feel good, and “Top Gun”, which evoked a sense of heroism. Para he, “Every Mundo in Pânico” has the function of bringing back laughter, an element that, according to him, is widely needed in today’s society.

Franquia maintains legacy and bets on new parodies

Anna Faris also commented on the lasting impact of the franchise and the public’s affection for the characters that debuted in the 2000s. Ela highlighted that the series managed to establish a strong feeling of nostalgia. Isso is largely due to creating characters that people developed genuine affection for, even if they were portrayed as “horrible” figures in the context of the parodies.

The arrival of the new film comes more than 10 years after the last release, a period that has seen a proliferation of horror productions. Essa’s decade of success in the genre provided vast material for the film to satirize. The plot incorporates elements from several popular titles, ensuring that the parody is up to date with the most recent releases.

Entre the films parodied in the plot of the new “Todo Mundo em Pânico”, stand out:

• “Run!” (2017)
• “Halloween” (2018)
• “M3GAN” (2022)
• “Longlegs: Vínculo Mortal” (2024)
• “The Hora of Mal” (2025)
• “Sinners” (2025), the winner of four Oscar statuettes

Marlon Wayans revealed that the recent films “Scream 5” and “Scream 6” served as a model for the project. Ele and the team observed how these productions successfully blended old and new characters, creating a “legacy film.” The idea was to explore a multigenerational aspect, which integrated both the recognition of original fans and the engagement of new audiences.

Além of cinematic references, the actor stated that the film also incorporates a large amount of pop culture elements. Para Wayans, contemporary life and world are often told through the lens of cinema and popular culture, and the new “Every Mundo in Pânico” reflects this perspective in a humorous way.

Histórico of the franchise and the “reboot”

Brothers Marlon, Shawn and Keenen Ivory Wayans were central figures in the first two “Todo Mundo em Pânico” films, acting in and co-writing the scripts. Alongside Anna Faris and Regina Hall, they created parodies that became iconic, satirizing the most popular horror films of the time. The resounding success guaranteed the franchise a prominent place in cinematic comedy.

However, the brothers’ relationship with the producer changed after the first successes. Marlon Wayans reported that he and his brothers demanded a salary increase commensurate with the performance of the first two titles, but the offer made by the production company was considered too low, leading them to refuse. Eles were surprised by an announcement the day before from Ano Novo, stating that “All Mundo in Pânico 3” was being produced without their participation. Marlon claimed that the franchise was “taken away” from them and that they were just seeking their “fair share.”

Wayans also declared that Weinsteins, former owners of Miramax, had harmed him in relation to the copyright of the first two films. Recentemente, however, the current CEO of the production company got in touch to discuss the revival of the franchise. Diante’s proposal, Marlon Wayans insisted that he could not accept it without the participation of his brothers. Ele managed to convince Shawn and Keenen to join the project, emphasizing that this is a “return to the franchise we all created.” Therefore, he considers this new film a “reboot”, and not “All Mundo in Pânico 6”, marking a new chapter for the saga.