“I remember being just so scared that I was gonna get fired because I had no body of work behind me. I didn’t even have an agent,” said Anna Faris, reflecting on her early days in Hollywood.
Faris, now 49, was speaking at a Candy Crush event held at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, where she participated as the Bubblegum Troll mascot during a Los Angeles Clippers game. This event marks a significant moment as it coincides with the upcoming release of Scary Movie 6, set for June 5, 2026.
Her journey began 25 years ago with the original Scary Movie, released in 2000, which was her first major film role. Faris admitted to feeling intimidated and quiet while filming the first two installments, fearing she would be replaced.
Despite her initial anxiety, she found her footing during the filming of Scary Movie 3 in 2003. “For me, it felt like I got to pay more attention. I did get to involve myself more,” she noted, highlighting her growth as an actress.
Faris expressed gratitude towards the Wayans brothers, who gave her a chance in the original films, stating, “It felt like such a victory… It’s like the cherry on top that audiences are so excited to see it.”
The Candy Crush takeover at the Intuit Dome is part of a larger initiative aimed at enhancing fan engagement through immersive experiences. This collaboration raises questions about celebrity involvement in brand storytelling.
As Faris reunites with her former co-stars, including Marlon Wayans and Regina Hall, she describes the gathering as a personal celebration and healing experience.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the full extent of her involvement in future projects, but her participation in this event certainly highlights her enduring connection to the Scary Movie franchise.
With anticipation building for Scary Movie 6, fans are eager to see how Faris will reprise her role as Cindy Campbell, a character that has become iconic over the years.