Scream Queens (2015)

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

Generally favorable reviews- based on 343 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 273 out of 343
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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. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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
  11. 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.
  12. 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.
  13. 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
  14. 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.
  15. 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
  16. 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.
  17. 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.
  18. 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.
  19. 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.
  20. 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.
  21. 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

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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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