Emma Roberts has been cast as Jill Prescott (Sidney’s cousin) in director/producer Wes Craven’s soon-to-start-shooting Scream 4. She joins old-school regulars Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, and David Arquette.

Emma tells EW:

I’m so excited to be part of this ground-breaking franchise. It’s the perfect opportunity for me to do something completely different than I’ve ever done before.

Adds Craven:

Emma’s talent, beauty, and range will add immensely to the sophistication, intensity, and fun of the Scream franchise as it returns to the screen once more.

Emma is the 19-year-old daughter of B-movie staple Eric Roberts (Sharktopus) and niece to Oscar-winning actress Julia Roberts (Mary Reilly).

Scream 4 begins shooting in Michigan on June 28.