The Real Life Story of “The Fonz” Actor Henry Winkler

In 1996, he appeared in Wes Craven’s horror film Scream, playing Principal Arthur Himbry. The movie blended horror and comedy while referencing classic slasher films, quickly becoming a major hit and launching a new era of horror movies during the decade.

Although his role was not large, the film introduced him to a younger generation of moviegoers. Appearing in a widely popular film helped bring him back into mainstream visibility. For many viewers who had never watched Happy Days, this became one of their first introductions to him.