Multiple choice general knowledge Who was originally supposed to have the lead female role in SCREAM? Sarah Michelle Gellar Brittany Murphy Drew Barrymore Winona Ryder Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation Drew Barrymore was originally cast as the lead (Sidney Prescott) in 'Scream' (1996) but was convinced by director Wes Craven to take the smaller, iconic opening-scene role as Casey Becker, which helped establish the film's shocking tone.