Scream Queens (2015)

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Season 1
  • Network: FOX
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 22, 2015
Season #: 2, 1
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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 343 Ratings

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  1. angelsweetz
    Sep 23, 2015
    10
    Don't listen to the people that claim this is a bad show - especially the ones that say that they used to watch American Horror Story. A majority of those people don't understand that this show isn't trying to be like American Horror Story, it's trying to be a comedy-horror series. I was skeptical at first - how could possible mix two different genres successfully? Nevertheless, I watchedDon't listen to the people that claim this is a bad show - especially the ones that say that they used to watch American Horror Story. A majority of those people don't understand that this show isn't trying to be like American Horror Story, it's trying to be a comedy-horror series. I was skeptical at first - how could possible mix two different genres successfully? Nevertheless, I watched the show to see if it would come through.

    To my surprise, it did.

    The actors are all simply amazing. There are people that say Emma Roberts is a bad actress, but those people don't see the different between a "mean girl" character and a bad actress. What Emma Roberts was in Scream Queens was a "mean girl" character, and she played her role very well. All of the actors did, really.

    The story itself is very interesting. I don't want to spoil anything, so I'll just say there's a lot of mystery, comedy, and scary scenes (but not gory to the point where it'll give you nightmares). I really have to acknowledge how great the writers did - the scenes that are supposed to be funny are hilarious, and the scenes that are supposed to be scary can be downright terrifying and/or shocking (depending on the scene). The mystery, unlike many other shows, is actually very engaging. At the end of the episode, I was literally asking so many questions about the mysteries in this show, and I can't wait for the next episode.

    This is my very first review. I saw so many people down talking this show because they thought it would be American Horror Story: Part 2, but I don't want people to be mislead by these reviews. And to those reviewers-

    This is NOT American Horror Story. This is meant to be a horror-comedy and it exceeds with flying colors at what it's trying to do. If you want a dark, twisted, horror movie stretched out into a series, then go back to watching American Horror Story. If you want to watch Scream Queens, please try to view it as what it is rather than what it's not. What you're doing is like trying to watch Spongebob and getting pissed off that it isn't like The Little Mermaid.    … Expand
  2. Dloc-Johan
    Sep 24, 2015
    10
    Eu gostei muito do Scream Queens, SQ é um humor negro que mostra a personalidade psicopata de algumas muitas pessoas que não se consideram perversas como na vida real só que com uma historia mas interessante, mostra o potencial da geração atual e horrorizar
  3. Poirot
    Oct 22, 2015
    10
    I thought this should would be bad. I never watched Glee. it looked dumb. I am a big fan of AHS. This show is hysterical. If you are going in expecting serious drama you will be disappointed, but if you are going in with a psycho killer and crazy college girls running around you will not be disappointed. Lea Michelle is hysterical. The graveyard scene is worth the show alone. ItI thought this should would be bad. I never watched Glee. it looked dumb. I am a big fan of AHS. This show is hysterical. If you are going in expecting serious drama you will be disappointed, but if you are going in with a psycho killer and crazy college girls running around you will not be disappointed. Lea Michelle is hysterical. The graveyard scene is worth the show alone. It does not take itself too seriously, but reviewers are. Tons of fun and worth the time. I can not take someone's negative review when you are unable to spell the creator of the show's name correctly.… Expand
  4. finnigan37
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    This show is perfect in that it achieves exactly what it sets out to do and is often laugh-out-loud hilarious. Anyone who doesn't like it is a ridiculous fuddy duddy with no sense of humor or the kind of person who tries to turn meaningless and campy television shows into opportunities to make tired and mundane statements about gender and stereotypes. Lighten up and enjoy something that isThis show is perfect in that it achieves exactly what it sets out to do and is often laugh-out-loud hilarious. Anyone who doesn't like it is a ridiculous fuddy duddy with no sense of humor or the kind of person who tries to turn meaningless and campy television shows into opportunities to make tired and mundane statements about gender and stereotypes. Lighten up and enjoy something that is not mean to be taken seriously. Gawd.… Expand
  5. nima1990
    Sep 26, 2015
    8
    This is a fun show to watch. The A-list cast and the engaging story all make up for a good TV show which network television seems to lack right now. You get to see freaking Nick Jonas and Ariana Grande. The silly plot that doesn't make sense is Ryan Murphy's signature which i like. Overall, I recommend it.
  6. WJS
    Sep 22, 2015
    6
    This show is far too Made-for-TV for its own good. To be effective it should be made for FX and not standard FOX. It has its moments and the acting is okay. Some of the dialogue and situation are pretty funny, but some of the makeup effects are downright silly. So far, not such a great show. Have to give it some time to see where it goes.
  7. emperorpenguin
    Oct 4, 2015
    5
    "All over the place" is probably the right term to describe this show. It feels like Ryan Murphy is trying to combine Glee's bad one liner joke with AHS style in telling horror story and throwing a little bit PLL-esque mystery. Some of the acting performances are a little bit over the top for me and the way these characters are written seems to be trying so hard to get this show an Emmy.
  8. Rysingzombie
    Sep 23, 2015
    9
    This is a show that definitely stands out from a lot of the stuff that we see on TV. First of all, practically all of the characters are hard to like, but to some degree it adds to the humor. Scream Queens definitely has a lot of different layers and it pays tribute to old school slasher movies and even college comedies. You have the typical stuck up sorority president, the college deanThis is a show that definitely stands out from a lot of the stuff that we see on TV. First of all, practically all of the characters are hard to like, but to some degree it adds to the humor. Scream Queens definitely has a lot of different layers and it pays tribute to old school slasher movies and even college comedies. You have the typical stuck up sorority president, the college dean that is out to get them, and the underdog pledges who really shouldn't be trying to get into the sorority in the first place. And yet, it takes all of these things and
    adds some fun twists! I love Lea Michele's character who is not that innocent and very weird. In fact, each of the characters have secrets and a darkness to them which keeps you guessing on trying to figure out
    who the killer is. I will definitely keep coming back to try to uncover all the mysteries going on. Can't wait for more!    … Expand
  9. mammajynx
    Sep 28, 2015
    8
    I'm surprised by some of the negative reviews posted here on Metacritic. While I understand that everyone is entitled to their own opinion, some of the ones I have read seem to be missing the entire "point" of the show. Many of them remark on the fact that the show is a "parody" as if they watched the show not realizing that, that is exactly what it is supposed to be.

    Now, as someone    I'm surprised by some of the negative reviews posted here on Metacritic. While I understand that everyone is entitled to their own opinion, some of the ones I have read seem to be missing the entire "point" of the show. Many of them remark on the fact that the show is a "parody" as if they watched the show not realizing that, that is exactly what it is supposed to be.

    Now, as someone who went into the show fully expecting this and fully CRAVING it, I can tell others that the show is pretty decent. The story is completely unique and the characters are over the top, which I personally like very much. Some people find the characters annoying and go as far as to say that "no character is likable at all," but I disagree. A character doesn't have to be "nice" to be a likable character. I think Chanel Oberlin played by Emma Roberts and Cathy Munsch played by Jamie Lee Curtis are VERY likable characters. Especially if you enjoy their fantastic performances as scheming, conniving and literal ****

    The deaths in the show come quick, which was surprising to me, even for a horror show. They killed off a couple characters I was actually looking forward to knowing. Though, given this is a show made by the same people behind American Horror Story: Coven, for all I know, the deaths in the show are all staged and people will come back alive and well. Right now, however, while this remains to be seen, I am leaning more to the side of knocking the show for killing off characters too early and too frequently.

    Also, the show is not as funny as I thought it would be. Rarely did I ever really laugh out loud. Most of the time, I find myself gasping in shock that the show is saying some of the politically incorrect things that it does and then I snicker a bit. This was probably the most disappointing aspect about the show. However, I definitely found myself engrossed in the plot and wanting to know more. Scream Queens definitely has me hooked on its murder mystery.

    Overall, the show is not without its flaws, but regardless, it is solid and absolutely worth watching. It is for those looking for a simple comedy that is seemingly very straightforward on the surface, but when the plot is examined, the show is given a whole extra level of depth. In fact, the plot is the best aspect. If you watch the first two episodes of Scream Queens wanting to know the answers to this riddle-filled thriller, then the show is for you.    … Expand
  10. TheKavehJ
    Sep 26, 2015
    7
    After all the shows I watched that came out this week, this was one of the only ones I will continue watching. It wasn't amazing, but it was enough to keep me entertained.
  11. JohnScreamKing
    Oct 17, 2015
    9
    I give a 9, this show is hilarious and showed the type of joke I like. I don't give 10 cuz there's some points where the show is weak (side of horror), but it is one of the best serie I had watch in 3 years. It is cliche of joke and horror and I like the work they did with the cliches. The actors and actress are amazing.
  12. Himaymay
    Nov 23, 2015
    0
    It's impossible to care about any of the characters, the lead character is very bland and the humour the show has although slightly quirky at times at the beginning quite quickly becomes boring and annoying.
    If you're expecting Glee type humour and general character archetypes analysed, this isn't the show you're looking for.
  13. DASALASO
    Sep 24, 2015
    10
    Funny and cool, it's actually really good! The actors and the atmosphere of the show are really great and it can catch you. The 2 first episodes were really good in fact and i hope it would be the same all the season
  14. debbie13410
    Oct 10, 2015
    4
    I so didn't get this show. It is a young adult show so nit my generation. It is like the TV version of Scary Movie. I
    think it is a parody but not funny. They did reference my Alma Mater, Miami University, Oxford, OH, in the First
    episode. I think they thought it was funny Miami in Ohio.
  15. Knighthawk81
    Sep 23, 2015
    2
    If you go into this expecting "Glee" meets "American Horror Story," which was clearly the selling point, you'll be disappointed. This isn't nearly as clever as all that. Though I'd wager those responsible for it think it's clever. Instead, you get a watered down offering that feels a lot like the TV version of "Scream" with bigger names and less charisma. That's a major problem. WatchingIf you go into this expecting "Glee" meets "American Horror Story," which was clearly the selling point, you'll be disappointed. This isn't nearly as clever as all that. Though I'd wager those responsible for it think it's clever. Instead, you get a watered down offering that feels a lot like the TV version of "Scream" with bigger names and less charisma. That's a major problem. Watching the first two episodes was a chore. This is a big miss to me.… Expand
  16. Carriedwall
    Sep 23, 2015
    3
    I am a huge fan of American Horror story and I was really looking forward to this series. I love the actors and I think Emma Roberts and Jamie Curtis are wonderful but the story telling seems like it's for teens instead of adults like American Horror story. I will give it another chance & I hope it gets better. Lea Michele's character is so silly, give her a better story line so she canI am a huge fan of American Horror story and I was really looking forward to this series. I love the actors and I think Emma Roberts and Jamie Curtis are wonderful but the story telling seems like it's for teens instead of adults like American Horror story. I will give it another chance & I hope it gets better. Lea Michele's character is so silly, give her a better story line so she can show her acting ability. :(… Expand
  17. Skitte
    Sep 23, 2015
    5
    I really had big hopes for this title, as seen to be made by the same people who created American Horror Story.Now, I'm not very sure if it is worthy, or not. I like somehow the theme, and it makes me think about American Horror Story: Coven, but it's more childish, teen-ish orientated. It's sloppy and the action sequences are cheap. The acting is not so attractive, but some of theI really had big hopes for this title, as seen to be made by the same people who created American Horror Story.Now, I'm not very sure if it is worthy, or not. I like somehow the theme, and it makes me think about American Horror Story: Coven, but it's more childish, teen-ish orientated. It's sloppy and the action sequences are cheap. The acting is not so attractive, but some of the dialogue is nice. Emma Roberts is proving again to be bad actress, although this kind of roles suits her the best. The idea and the plot is hugely used, but I still have a hope there is a change or twist or something new on the way. For a first episode, I wasn't quite impressed, but I wasn't bored of it either. It's not bad or good either and I think it would be far more great if it would be more serious and have different actors. But main things:

    Pros:
    - Location
    - Funny dialogue sequences
    - Variety of murders
    - Ending cliffhanger-sequences

    Cons:
    - Blended Acting
    - Emma Roberts as a protagonist
    - The killer...
    - Annoying relationships based of sloppy dialogue.

    All in all, this is not really what I expected from the creators, but I find it challenging and still promising.    … Expand
  18. diegonelli
    Sep 23, 2015
    7
    I was expecting less for thisseries! I thought it would be awful but I liked it! I only watched the 1st episode but I'll watch the next. I love Emma diva, totally recommend it.
    Also it's not ''horror'' it's more funny than scary.
  19. estabad
    Sep 23, 2015
    1
    Is very bad, the performances, the script, everything is bad, full of clichés, very poor and mediocre performances. the expectations were very high and the result was disappointing, the worst TV show of Ryan Morphy
  20. Nightfaii
    Sep 26, 2015
    6
    Before watching Scream Queens, I had heard from a ton of people that it was terrible and critically panned. Actually, it was decent and I did enjoy it. Almost none of it is serious at all, which is what makes it enjoyable but it's also something that brings the show down. Trying to mesh together comedy with murder (or, at least the way the show was presented) doesn't work well and it comesBefore watching Scream Queens, I had heard from a ton of people that it was terrible and critically panned. Actually, it was decent and I did enjoy it. Almost none of it is serious at all, which is what makes it enjoyable but it's also something that brings the show down. Trying to mesh together comedy with murder (or, at least the way the show was presented) doesn't work well and it comes off almost as a parody. Take for example, Chanel #2's death. She texts the killer to stop after he stabs her in the shoulder which is ridiculous. It was a bit humorous at first but ultimately it was just unnecessary. Also note that Ariana's acting just isn't good. Chanel's b*tchy attitude is everywhere to be seen and it gets exhausting. Grace is also a bit annoying; she's the character that nobody wants to see but she's always on screen anyway. There's no actual character that's truly unanimously likeable which is disappointing. Overall it's fairly funny and enjoyable but it can't really be seen as hilarious or ingenius. There are lots of flaws and I'm not sure if it would appeal to the general public. The main demographic targeted seems to be teens. It's a shame because it could've been a hilarious great TV show. It's not terrible as everyone makes it out to be but it does feel exhausting after a while.… Expand
  21. poisonxo
    Sep 23, 2015
    6
    The show is so dumb and unrealistic but kinda makes you want to watch the next episode everytime,.. Emma Roberts does her role really well although her character is extremely annoying. The show can be funny sometimes if you forget about the silly "scares" and dialogs.
  22. petelloyd
    Sep 25, 2015
    7
    While it was all over the place I did enjoy it just for fun. It is not to be taken seriously and even though some of the humor was off putting and well unnecessary some of more campy stuff made me laugh .

    The mystery is going to be pure camp and ridiculous so just turn off you brain and have some fun with it.
  23. katyperguntou
    Oct 16, 2015
    0
    Scream Queens deixou a desejar em muitas coisas, o piloto foi tão cansativo e chato que nem cheguei ver o piloto todo, não gostei, esperava mais, a única coisa que me agradou foi o poster e teaser que saia da série, não é a toa que a audiência caiu né monas ? espero que a segunda temporada seja mil vezes melhor, acho difícil já que tá rolando boatos que a Fox que cancelar, aaai,Scream Queens deixou a desejar em muitas coisas, o piloto foi tão cansativo e chato que nem cheguei ver o piloto todo, não gostei, esperava mais, a única coisa que me agradou foi o poster e teaser que saia da série, não é a toa que a audiência caiu né monas ? espero que a segunda temporada seja mil vezes melhor, acho difícil já que tá rolando boatos que a Fox que cancelar, aaai, ultimamente tudo que o Ryan toca vira bosta, aff, graça a deus ahs ainda tá babado, também essa mania do Ryan focar em várias coisas ao mesmo tempo, dá nisso, flop, scream queens é flop do ano… Expand
  24. EludiumQ36
    Oct 17, 2015
    8
    "Scream Queens" is definitely a guilty pleasure show. You don't want to like it, but it's so campy with its exaggerated characters that you can't help but chuckle. Take one of the leads, Chanel #1, she is soooo nasty, insulting, and manipulative but also so fashionable and insecure. You just can't get enough of her. As for the main mystery of "who is the devil-suited serial killer?","Scream Queens" is definitely a guilty pleasure show. You don't want to like it, but it's so campy with its exaggerated characters that you can't help but chuckle. Take one of the leads, Chanel #1, she is soooo nasty, insulting, and manipulative but also so fashionable and insecure. You just can't get enough of her. As for the main mystery of "who is the devil-suited serial killer?", that's even fun too, since they're not a perfect killer, having been almost subdued once or twice. You don't want to over-think the show, just enjoy it for the fun it is.… Expand
  25. darogers89
    Oct 31, 2015
    8
    8 out of 10

    Better than American Horror Story. Better than Scream series. This is more comedy drama than horror. Nevertheless, it's better than most horror movies in theatres.
  26. jazzythechef
    Nov 2, 2015
    8
    this takes the piss out of everyone, sometimes just plain silly but often funny with occasional moments of side splitting wit. its pretty shameless parody. and quite frankly i dont care at all about the plot, it's just a bit of fun. i think it does what it sets out to do
  27. Inverter2
    Oct 12, 2015
    8
    It's obviously made for those in their 30. The jokes are great and the insults are shockingly good for broadcast TV. I love the mocking of social media and college culture. I really hope it makes it to season 2.
  28. rcousillas
    Oct 21, 2015
    1
    Malas actuaciones, personajes caricaturezcos y terriblemente sobredimensionados (ejempleo: un razgo del personaje define prácticamente toda su personalidad) y una trama que aspira a ser graciosa e ingeniosa pero falla estrepitosamente.

    Tiene los momentos de humor de Glee, o al menos pretende tenerlos, pero en un contexto repleto de asesinatos y "suspenso" ese tipo de humor queda    Malas actuaciones, personajes caricaturezcos y terriblemente sobredimensionados (ejempleo: un razgo del personaje define prácticamente toda su personalidad) y una trama que aspira a ser graciosa e ingeniosa pero falla estrepitosamente.

    Tiene los momentos de humor de Glee, o al menos pretende tenerlos, pero en un contexto repleto de asesinatos y "suspenso" ese tipo de humor queda bastante descontextualizado.    … Expand
  29. luvtv
    Oct 28, 2015
    8
    Only watched the first episode and there are tons of idea which could become way bigger. The horror isnt scary but it is shocking. You'll never think a ' young princess' would dip someones head in bubbling oil. Cant wait for episode 2.
  30. hannahroselucas
    Oct 30, 2015
    7
    If you are comparing this show to American Horror Story, you have already made your first mistake. This show is enjoyable to watch, and has a lot of cheap jokes. Some people might find the humor crude or insensitive, but that is the whole point of the show. The first few episodes were hilarious, but after many characters have been killed off, it is hard to imagine how a second season would work.
  31. DanielaMejia22
    Feb 6, 2016
    0
    this series, is a bad copy of Pretty Little Liars, the same story but with a bad humor, I think that All season one was so stupid, and a bad joke, I hope that season two change
  32. marcmyworks
    Dec 9, 2015
    8
    Its funny how the critics didn't understand that this whole show was a satire on the slasher genre. I really feel that this show could have been Scream 4. Hilarious, suspenseful and gory, not to mention the 'Chanels' being amazing. Overall the series worked.
  33. GrantMathh
    Dec 9, 2015
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I am now thinking to the time I wasted watching that series . Honestly mainly seemed that the script was written by a child. His end was as mediocre as their audience. By the end of Peppa Pig was more exciting.… Expand
  34. vitorthehuman
    Dec 21, 2015
    10
    Oh, my God, Scream Queens is frighteningly hilarious. The performances of Emma Roberts, Billie Lourd and Abigail Breslin are iconic. That is so fetch.
  35. Willo301
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    I have seen this show since it's start in 2015 and as soon as I saw the first episode I was hooked this show has a very promising future and I would like to see it continue, and I know that many people that it is going to be cancelled soon,because of the ratings, but FOX said that the ratings don't tell the entire story. I love how the show leaves you on a cliffhanger and they make youI have seen this show since it's start in 2015 and as soon as I saw the first episode I was hooked this show has a very promising future and I would like to see it continue, and I know that many people that it is going to be cancelled soon,because of the ratings, but FOX said that the ratings don't tell the entire story. I love how the show leaves you on a cliffhanger and they make you think about who the killer and i love the cast of the show's cast. I do think that they need to equal out the comedy and the horror and drama, and if they do that the show will be very popular and it will gain a lot of viewers. I would love to see this show again next fall. or summer.… Expand
  36. SamTheCherry
    Apr 18, 2017
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The main problem with Scream Queens is that it tries to be a self referential horror comedy like Scream, or more accurately Scary Movie, but it lacks the knowledge of the genre. Where it tries to stand out by having the typical 'final girl' character not be the protagonist, it fails by instead following the queen bee type character who dies by the halfway point in a horror movie. This could have worked if they actually put some effort into humanising the character. Unfortunately she is the kind of character you root against.

    Another area in which the show fails is its attempts at comedic stereotyping. It is clear that the creators intended to mock the stereotypes, at least I hope that is what they were trying to do, but instead seem to actively push them. The show's portrayals of minority groups are appalling to the point where the only comedy comes from if you believe the offensive stereotypes. One example is the deaf girl who thinks she can sing but can't. That is all her character is. She is there to be mocked by the audience because she is deaf and doesn't know she can't sing. In fact, her death even involves the rest of the girls hearing and being aware of the killer but her disability leaving her unaware of her incoming doom. The execution of the death is so uncomfortable as well, her obliviousness is pushed for comedy to the point where we are expected to laugh at her as if she is an idiot for having her disability. There are plenty of other unfunny stereotypes, such as the fat Hispanic maid whose life is portrayed as less important than a girl's chance of getting into a sorority (again, it seems like they were commenting on something here but the execution suggests we should agree with the rich white girl's view point) and the gay guy who lust after straight guys (unapologetically portrayed by the king of queerbaiting himself, Nick Jonas). The only noteworthy portrayal would be Keke Palmer playing a black student who isn't a stereotype of a black woman (although there is another character that plays that role).

    One final criticism is the show's overall humour. This can be summed up in the first episode during Ariana Grande's character's death. This involves her coming face to face (or mask) with the costumed killer and proceeding to flirt with them through texting whilst they make it clear they are going to kill her. It gets even worse when she attempts to call for help by writing a Facebook status about her being murdered, getting stabbed through the skull before she can hit send and then moments later coming back to life to hit send and then die again. Once again, this can only be justified by thinking it is an attempt at social commentary on modern culture's digital communication but given the target audience it makes no sense to have done so and, as always, the execution is off.

    To sum up, it is clear that this show is an attempt on subverting an already heavily subverted genre and it deserves recognition for trying. However, it fails tremendously with its lack of understanding of both horror and comedy, not forgetting that it is regularly just plain offensive (which is surprising given the creator's background of inclusive and positive portrayals of oppressed group's in the past).    … Expand
  37. DanShelley
    Feb 2, 2018
    5
    Scream Queens is partially good, it's filled with sorority dramas and stuff every university student would consider over the top. The first season was pretty good but the second seemed way too improvised.

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Critic Reviews

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Metascore
59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 33
  3. Negative: 4 out of 33
  1. The Salt Lake Tribune
    Reviewed by: Scott D. Pierce
    Sep 25, 2015
    80
    The first two hours are well worth watching. It's funny stuff.
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  2. The Atlantic
    Reviewed by: Spencer Kornhaber
    Sep 25, 2015
    30
    The deranged creativity of the slayings make for perhaps its only real horror/joy.... The rest of the show is terrible-bad, rather than terrible-good.
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  3. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Melissa Maerz
    Sep 22, 2015
    83
    At its best, Scream Queens challenges our motives for empathizing with outcasts in the first place. When it specifically targets younger generations on that front, it feels fresh.
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