Was ‘Scream’ Based on a True Story? Let’s Get Into It

After attempting to stay awake for several days, the boy fell asleep. Suddenly the parents were awakened by his screams, but by the time they got to him he was dead. That story became A Nightmare on Elm Street, and over a decade later, Wes would direct Scream. Boy, terror sure does come full circle sometimes.

Scream: The True Story premieres on Discovery+ Jan. 14.