The leak occurred when the internet was still relatively new, catching the production team off guard. To prevent further spoilers:
(Sidney’s Boyfriend): Instead of being an innocent victim, Derek was one of the primary killers. He and scream 2 original script
Kevin Williamson Draft: Early Production Draft (The "Leaked" Script) The leak occurred when the internet was still
The original script for Scream 2 was famously leaked in 1997, leading to significant changes in the final film to prevent spoilers from ruining the theatrical experience. The leaked version featured four killers, including Sidney's boyfriend and roommate, as part of a nihilistic conspiracy, which was subsequently changed to a duo for the final version. The leaked version featured four killers, including Sidney's
However, the differences become apparent in the second and third acts. The pacing is relentless. Williamson’s original draft was accused of being "too long" by studio executives, but on the page, the length allows for deeper character beats. The death scenes are described with a grisly intensity that the MPAA likely would have gutted (no pun intended). Characters like Randy Meeks and Derek (Sidney’s boyfriend) have more agency and screen time before their fates are sealed.
Why it’s shocking: Hallie was one of the few genuinely loyal, kind characters in Sidney’s life. Having her be a killer would have been devastating — and arguably more emotionally brutal than Mrs. Loomis’s revenge plot.
Before Scream 2 was finished, a draft of Williamson's script leaked on the internet. This forced director Wes Craven and Williamson to change key plot points, especially .