Jason Voorhees Returns in New Live-Action “Friday the 13th” Project
Horror fans rejoice! The iconic slasher, Jason Voorhees, is back in a fresh live-action project. This news arrives sixteen years after the last cinematic appearance of the hockey-masked killer, sparking excitement within the dedicated fanbase and promising a return to Camp Crystal Lake’s terror.
“Sweet Revenge” Announced
A brand-new project is set to bring the infamous Jason Voorhees back to screens. This forthcoming short film, titled “Sweet Revenge,” is directed by Mike P. Nelson. News of this project has been met with significant anticipation from horror enthusiasts. The short film is based on the “Friday the 13th” universe.
Jason Voorhees is getting SWEET REVENGE in a new FRIDAY THE 13TH project! https://t.co/NqVnB27Lp8
— Fangoria (@Fangoria) May 22, 2024
“They’ll do anything but make a new Friday the 13th movie: the first new image of a live-action Jason Voorhees in 16 years comes from a YouTube short sponsored by a cider company.”
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Horror films continue to draw large audiences, with the genre generating over $700 million at the box office in 2023 (Statista).
Further Details
The new short film has been announced within the “Friday the 13th” universe. The project, “Sweet Revenge,” is expected to offer a fresh perspective on the series’ established lore, according to early reports. The project promises to deliver a blend of suspense and gore, as the franchise is known for.
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With “Sweet Revenge,” Jason Voorhees fans have something new to look forward to. The new project indicates a continuing fascination with the enduring horror icon. The film is likely to satisfy both longtime admirers and newcomers to the “Friday the 13th” world.
