HOLLYWOOD, CA — Paramount Pictures announced today that the upcoming 'Scream' film will implement a mandatory, 50-question pop quiz on franchise lore, character backstories, and the intricate rules of horror movie sequels, prequels, and reboots. Only those achieving a score of 85% or higher will be granted access to screenings, effectively guaranteeing the film is, as promised, 'only for diehard fans.'

“We’ve heard the feedback,” stated studio spokesperson Brenda Chen, adjusting her Ghostface mask. “Fans want a film that truly speaks to them, not to the casual observer who thinks ‘Stab’ is a real movie. This exam ensures every audience member understands the subtle nods, the deep cuts, and why the third act reveal is actually the seventh act reveal if you count the post-credits scene from ‘Scream 4.’”

The exam, which will be administered by ushers equipped with tablet devices, includes questions such as 'Identify the exact moment Randy Meeks would have explained the rules of a legacy sequel,' and 'Which character’s death was most impactful for the thematic deconstruction of toxic fandom in the digital age?'

Early reports suggest several test-takers were disqualified for confusing the motive of Roman Bridger with that of Richie Kirsch. One frustrated fan, Chad Miller, 34, was reportedly escorted from a Los Angeles multiplex after failing to correctly identify the brand of ice cream Tatum Riley was holding in the original film. “It’s a crucial detail for understanding her character arc!” Chen insisted.

Industry analysts believe the move could revolutionize audience engagement, or simply ensure the film plays to empty theaters populated solely by people who own multiple copies of the 'Scream' Blu-ray box set.