Friday The 13th

Friday the 13th is an iconic slasher horror movie released in 1980 that established a long-running media franchise. Created by screenwriter Victor Miller, the original film introduced audiences to the dark history lurking beneath Camp Crystal Lake, also known as Camp Blood. The story established foundational characters in horror cinema, including the fiercely protective mother Pamela Voorhees and her son Jason Voorhees.

In September 2026, original screenwriter Victor Miller passed away at age 86 at his home in Alameda, California. Family members confirmed his passing and remembered him as a sharp storyteller who instilled a deep appreciation for music, writing, and photography. A celebration of life was planned for November on a Friday the 13th to honor his lasting artistic legacy.

The franchise continues through Crystal Lake, an eight-episode prequel series from studio A24 made for streaming. Set in an eerie 1970s backdrop roughly eleven months after an incident involving young Jason, the horror drama stars actress Linda Cardellini as Pamela Voorhees and details the violent backstory of the camp.