Slashers and superhero movies share unexpected commonalities, particularly as both have spawned extensive franchises. Notable crossovers exist, and characters frequently return despite apparent deaths. The influence of the Marvel cinematic universe on contemporary slashers is evident, with the rebooted Scream franchise adopting elements such as plot protection and CGI effects. The 2025 I Know What You Did Last Summer features a post-credits scene reminiscent of Marvel's style, marked by Brandy Norwood's return, exemplifying the merging of genre conventions and audience expectations.
The extended universe of slasher films has become more intertwined with the superhero genre, showing similarities in character resurrection and plot design, particularly influenced by Marvel.
The rebooted Scream franchise embraces MCU elements, including plot armor and CGI effects, blurring the lines between slasher films and superhero movies.
The 2025 film I Know What You Did Last Summer includes a Marvel-style post-credits scene, displaying the genre's adaptation of contemporary cinematic trends.
Mindy's mention in Scream VI about not every movie needing a post-credits scene highlights the genre's growing self-awareness and integration of superhero movie conventions.
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