Matthew Lillard
Actor known for playing Stu Macher in Scream and Shaggy Rogers in Scooby-Doo · Entertainment - Film & Television
Scream Franchise / Wes Craven Productions
Era
Modern Era - Circa 2011-2020
Item Type
Blu-ray Disc Cover Art
Condition
Excellent; signature is bold and vibrant with no fading, though there is minor surface smudging on the plastic sleeve.
Rarity
Moderate; Lillard is a frequent signer at conventions but his autographs remain in high demand due to cult fandom.
Overall Assessment
A quintessential 'Scream' collectible featuring a high-quality, bold signature from a fan-favorite actor on an appropriate franchise medium.
Authenticity Assessment
Highly likely authentic; confidence level 95%
Signature Style
Stylized shorthand 'M Lillard' with an aggressive, vertical 'M' loop and a sharp trailing horizontal finish.
Signature Characteristics
High-velocity strokes, consistent slant to the right, and the signature 'v' shape in the middle representing the transition from first to last name.
Ink & Medium
Orange/Copper metallic paint pen on plastic Blu-ray cover slick.
Item Description
2011 Scream 4 / Scream Trilogy Blu-ray cover featuring the Ghostface mask and lead cast members.
Estimated Value
$60.00 - $100.00 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Matches standard convention-signed exemplars from the late 2010s perfectly in flow and scale.
Authentication Tips
Look for the distinct 'loop-back' on the initial M and the way the 'L' blends into a jagged horizontal line typical of his high-speed convention signings.
Certification Recommendation
Beckett Authentication Services (BAS) or JSA (James Spence Authentication).
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; pen pressure and stroke overlap are consistent with genuine hand-signing.
Provenance Notes
Likely obtained at a horror convention (e.g., Monster-Mania or Spooky Empire); look for matching COA stickers from the event organizers.
Historical Context
Matthew Lillard's performance in the 1996 original 'Scream' defined the 'horror-comedy' energy of the 90s, making him a cornerstone of the genre.
Market Trends
Stable to slightly appreciating; Scream memorabilia has seen a pricing surge following the 2022 and 2023 franchise revivals.
Investment Potential
Moderate/Stable; a solid mid-tier collectible that holds value well among horror enthusiasts.
Similar Autographs
Neve Campbell, Skeet Ulrich, David Arquette, Courteney Cox.
Display & Preservation
Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent the metallic ink from dulling; use a UV-protected Blu-ray display case.
Interesting Facts
Lillard is known for being extremely friendly at signings and often uses colorful paint pens that contrast with the dark backgrounds of horror posters.