Friday the 13th

Launched in 1980 by Sean S. Cunningham, the Friday the 13th saga quickly became one of the cornerstones of horror cinema. The story begins at Camp Crystal Lake, the site of bloody murders tied to the tragic fate of young Jason Voorhees. Initially focused on his mother’s revenge, the franchise soon shifted to Jason himself, who would rise to become one of cinema’s most iconic masked killers.

Over the years, the series expanded with numerous sequels of varying tones (Jason Lives, The New Blood, Jason Takes Manhattan), more outlandish experiments (Jason Goes to Hell, Jason X), the cult crossover Freddy vs. Jason (2003), and a 2009 reboot.

Blending classic slasher thrills, inventive gore, and occasional dark humor, Friday the 13th cemented the legend of Jason Voorhees — instantly recognizable with his hockey mask and machete. A must-see saga for horror fans and cult cinema enthusiasts alike.