This month, Netflix is serving up another scary-good installment of its blood-soaked Fear Street franchise with Prom Queen. It’s 1988, and Shadyside High seniors are preparing for the biggest and most stylish night of the year. But as the school’s It girls campaign for the coveted crown, a serial killer on the loose is dead set on offing the competition.
Dripping with nostalgia—think your fave campy ’80s slasher films—and featuring an ensemble of promising young Hollywood stars, Fear Street: Prom Queen is a ridiculously fun and gory watch. With prom on the brain, we asked the film’s stars, decked out in fancy attire to meet the occasion, to share their favorite on-screen prom moments and how they would approach the formal event today. Plus, we’ve rounded up some of the season’s best prom-worthy styles to shop now.
India Fowler as Lori Granger
Everyone loves an underdog, and in the race for Shadyside’s coveted 1988 prom queen title, that’s Lori Granger, played by British actress India Fowler (Insomnia and The Agency). With her bff Megan Rogers by her side and the school’s handsome jock throwing eyes her way, Lori stands a real chance in the competition—as long as she can keep mean girl Tiffany and the swirling rumors of her mother’s alleged murderous past at bay.
What are three words to describe your Fear Street: Prom Queen character?
Strong-willed, selfless, but can also be easily led.
What was the most fun thing about shooting Fear Street: Prom Queen?
Hanging out with the cast every day. We became really good friends.
What were you like in high school?
I was honestly a bit like Lori. I knew lots of people but wasn’t one of the “popular” kids.
What’s your favorite scary movie?
It’s hard to come up with one, as I love scary movies, but the most influential is The Shining.
What’s your favorite movie prom scene?
Grease.
What’s an ’80s fashion trend you’d love to see make a comeback and one that should stay on the prom dance floor?
I know oversize blazers have come back, which I love, but if I had to bring one back, it would be leg warmers. Neon should stay on the dance floor.
If you could do prom over today in 2025, what would be the theme, what would you wear, and what would be your dance-off song?
My prom was the classic black-tie. If it was my choice, I’d have something a bit more exciting… Maybe a Great Gatsby ’20s theme. I’d wear a ’20s flapper dress in silver. Dance-off song would be “Dance Wiv Me” by Dizzee Rascal.
David Iacono as Tyler
A high school slasher wouldn’t be complete without its popular jock with a heart of gold, and that’s Tyler, a swoon-worthy David Iacono, who you know from The Summer I Turned Pretty. Odds are in favor of It couple Tyler and Tiffany to take the crown, although Tyler has wandering eyes for the competition, Lori. But at what cost?
What are three words to describe your Fear Street: Prom Queen character?
I’d say confident, impressionable, and curious.
What was the most fun thing about shooting Fear Street: Prom Queen?
My actual answer is getting to feel like I was part of such a fun, funny, talented group of people while also forming such genuine friendships with all of them, but I feel like that’s what everybody’s gonna say. For the sake of being creative, I’ll say getting to live in the ’80s every day for a month!
What were you like in high school?
I was very confused.
What’s your favorite scary movie?
The first Paranormal Activity movie kept me from sleeping for like a year when I was younger. I haven’t watched it since, so maybe it’s not my favorite. I’d say Hereditary. I’ve also only seen it once, but I loved it so much. I’ve never seen The Exorcist, though, and I feel like I’m missing out.
What’s your favorite movie prom scene?
It’s not technically a prom scene, but it’s the first one that comes to mind. It’s the scene in Spider-Man: Homecoming when Peter realizes that the Vulture knows his superhero identity, so he has to make the decision to abandon his homecoming date (who also happens to be the Vulture’s daughter) to go and stop him. I know it’s homecoming and not prom, but that scene is so sick.
What’s an ’80s fashion trend you’d love to see make a comeback and one that should stay on the prom dance floor?
When I was in my fitting for Prom Queen, they had me try on a bunch of different looks, and one of them was the doubled-up, different-colored polo look. I had no idea that was even a thing, but it’s so funny (and admittedly, I think it looks kinda dope) that I really wish it would be acceptable to wear today. A trend that should stay on the prom dance floor is probably all the hair spray? Just like environmentally?
If you could do prom over today in 2025, what would be the theme, what would you wear, and what would be your dance-off song?
I didn’t get a prom because of COVID, so maybe the theme would be second chances or just the number two in general. Poop puns allowed but not entirely encouraged. And maybe tutus could be worn, like two twos. I don’t know—I just feel like there’s a lot of two-related puns that could be done, and the whole “second chance” idea is kind of inspiring. So yeah, I’d wear a tutu or just a regular-degular tux with the number two on the back like a jersey. My dance-off song would be “TV Off” by Kendrick Lamar.
Suzanna Son as Megan Rogers
Prom is a total “suckfest,” according to Megan, but that won’t stop her from helping her best friend Lori nab the prom queen crown. Spectacularly suited, the lovable stoner, artist, and horror aficionado, played by rising star Suzanna Son, will stop at nothing to solve the mysterious prom queen murders.
What are three words to describe your Fear Street: Prom Queen character?
Watchful, misunderstood, and curious.
What was the most fun thing about shooting Fear Street: Prom Queen?
There was something liberating about the chaos—screaming, running, bleeding. I love the contrast of horror and camaraderie on set.
What were you like in high school?
I was annoying and weird.
What’s your favorite scary movie?
The Eyes of My Mother. It’s devastating and deeply disturbing. I love horror that feels intimate, like it’s whispering something awful just to you.
What’s your favorite movie prom scene?
Carrie, without question. The buildup, the cruelty, the explosion. I actually re-created that moment for my Halloween birthday last year and had my best friend dump a bucket of blood over my head!
What’s an ’80s fashion trend you’d love to see make a comeback and one that should stay on the prom dance floor?
I’d bring back structure—shoulder pads, strong silhouettes. There was power in the tailoring. What I’d leave behind is the crunchy perms. I’m sorry!!!
If you could do prom over today in 2025, what would be the theme, what would you wear, and what would be your dance-off song?
The theme would be “delirium,” like a fever dream. I’d wear something that looks like it’s disintegrating in slow motion, and I’d dance to “Wuthering Heights” by Kate Bush, very offbeat and possessed.
Fina Strazza as Tiffany Falconer
Every great high school movie has a queen bee, and for Fear Street: Prom Queen, that is Tiffany Falconer, played by Fina Strazza. With the school’s heartthrob on her arm and her perfectionist mother orchestrating her every move, Tiffany is every bit as ruthless as she is stylish in her attempt at winning the crown. In addition to her deliciously evil turn in Prom Queen, you can find Strazza back on Broadway alongside Sadie Sink in the contemporary play John Proctor Is the Villain, for which she’s earned a Tony nomination.
What are three words to describe your Fear Street: Prom Queen character?
Queen bee Tiffany is like every other Shadysider: Whether they’re slashed or survive, they’re still all down, out, and doomed.
What was the most fun thing about shooting Fear Street: Prom Queen?
I’ve never had more fun on a shoot. We got along so fantastically. We spent nearly all our waking hours together and lots and lots of sleeping hours too. We’d pile up for naps on mattresses they laid out in the deserted classrooms of the abandoned high school set, and we’d explore its dimly lit halls or play ball outside. Then, we’d head back to our hotel to hang out before another day of filming another one of our murders. A real fun time.
What were you like in high school?
I was lucky to go to a rare K–12 Manhattan public school, so I’ve had the same teachers and close friends since kindergarten, who grounded me with normalcy as I worked between worlds. I’d be on Broadway at night and in class in the morning or gone for months at a time, but I always felt like a regular kid—just trying to get through it all [and] excited to graduate and forge my own path in this crazy, wide world.
What’s your favorite scary movie?
Scream!
What’s your favorite movie prom scene?
I have to go with 10 Things I Hate About You when Julia Stiles squeals with delight after Heath Ledger’s character calls in a favor for Letters to Cleo to play “Cruel to Be Kind.” I love everything about that movie, but when they hold each other’s gaze on that crowded dance floor, they share a moment of unspoken intimacy that is very sweetly romantic.
What’s an ’80s fashion trend you’d love to see make a comeback and one that should stay on the prom dance floor?
Big hair was—and should always remain—cool, while acid-wash jeans should remain in acid to disintegrate into oblivion. Let’s also forever kick off those two-inch, color-matched dyed pumps, which we couldn’t do while filming because they had to tape them around our feet!
If you could do prom over today in 2025, what would be the theme, what would you wear, and what would be your dance-off song?
Well, at 19, I’m not too far beyond my own themeless senior prom, so if given another go at it, I’d want everybody to dress as their favorite paintings, and I’d drape myself in a gossamer gown, as depicted in Pierre-Auguste Cot’s “Springtime.” Also, despite the frilly, delicate aesthetic of this hypothetical event, I’d reserve the right to unabashedly bust a move to “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.”
Ella Rubin as Melissa Mckendrick
Queen bee Tiffany is nothing without her loyal clique of friends aka “the wolf pack,” and she can always count on Melissa Mckendrick, a fantastic Ella Rubin (Anora and The Idea of You), to be by her side and do her dirty work. Although a fellow prom queen nominee, Melissa wouldn’t dare challenge Tiffany, but prom night just might be her breaking point. Rubin’s scream-queen streak continues with Until Dawn.
What are three words to describe your Fear Street: Prom Queen character?
Trying her best!
What was the most fun thing about shooting Fear Street: Prom Queen?
The friendships I made during that time. It’s rare to connect so deeply with a cast; they are the most fun and supportive people I know.
What were you like in high school?
Kinda annoying and really ambitious.
What’s your favorite scary movie?
Carrie. And does Black Swan count?
What’s your favorite movie prom scene?
I don’t want to say Carrie again, so unfortunately maybe The Virgin Suicides. “Favorite” is hard for that one because it is such an excruciating bummer. Lady Bird and Twilight are also in contention for my number one spot.
What’s an ’80s fashion trend you’d love to see make a comeback and one that should stay on the prom dance floor?
I want this to be a safe space to admit I love shoulder pads and frizzy hair and aerobics looks. I honestly like ’80s fashion! Cigarette pants are rough on me, so maybe we can leave that. Love it on others but don’t think I can pull them off.
If you could do prom over today in 2025, what would be the theme, what would you wear, and what would be your dance-off song?
The theme would be “enchanted forest” or some fairytale kind of thing. I would wear something a little more properly fitting than the last time, and the dance-off song would be “Like a Prayer” because it’s on my list of top 10 biggest bangers of all time.
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Photographer: Lenne Chai
Stylist for India Fowler: Britt Theodora
Stylist for Suzanna Son: Ali Mandelkorn
Stylist for Fina Strazza: Fina Strazza
Stylist for David Iacono: Benjamin Holtrop
Stylist for Ella Rubin : Siena Montesano
Hairstylist for India Fowler: Corey Tuttle
Hairstylist for Suzanna Son: Jacob Rozenberg
Hairstylist for Fina Strazza: Dom Forletta
Hairstylist for Ella Rubin : Christopher Naselli
Makeup Artist for India Fowler: Mayela Vazquez
Makeup Artist for Suzanna Son: Samantha Lau
Makeup Artist for Fina Strazza: Amanda Thesen
Makeup Artist for Ella Rubin : Carolina Gonzalez
Groomer for David Iacono: Emily Amick
Creative Director: Natalia Sztyk
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