Scream Queens is an American reality series on VH1 produced by Joke Productions and Lionsgate Television that premiered in October 2008. The show chronicles a group of unknown actresses competing for a role in a Lionsgate horror film. Tanedra Howard won the first season and gained a role in Saw VI. The second season began airing on August 2, 2010, and the winner, Gabby West, won a role in Saw 3D. Season 1 The show was announced in June 2008 and debuted on October 20, 2008. In the first season James Gunn directed contestants during acting challenges, Shawnee Smith acted as a mentor, while John Homa provided instruction — and all three also acted as judges. Season 1 ended on December 8, 2008, and Tanedra Howard was crowned Scream Queen and won the "breakout role" in Saw VI. Contestants Episodes Episode 1 Acting Challenge- The girls arrive at the house, and immediately upon arrival and meeting the judges, are tasked with an acting challenge- they must each convince a homicidal maniac not to kill them in any way they choose. Tanedra is granted a callback, meaning she will not be eligible for elimination this week. Acting Class- The ladies must each eat a piece of fruit seductively, and acting coach John Homa states that none of them are currently ready for the breakout role they're competing for. Director's Challenge- The ladies strip down and shoot an homage scene to director James Gunn's first film, Slither. Sarah is crowned the week's Leading Lady, while Jo-Anne is given the axe. Episode 2 Acting Challenge- The girls must introduce themselves to casting director Kelly Wagner and make a good first impression in both their appearance and their interactions. Jessica wins the callback, praised for dressing in her own personal style and not being afraid to show her true self. The bottom two, Lindsay and Marissa, are taken to a salon for makeovers to boost their edge. Acting Class- The girls are tasked with giving snap-second reactions to prompts from coach John Homa, then viewing and critiquing the images taken of their reactions on a screen. Lindsay's new makeover boosts her confidence, allowing her to get her snap reaction in one take, while Kylah struggles to show any emotion. Director's Challenge- Each girl is given her own fake movie title to sell a promotional modeling shot for. Lindsay's promotional shot outshines the rest, and