Friday the 13th News Disappoints Fans – Here’s What Happened
We were expecting big news about Jason today—but instead, we got let down. There was a lot of hype, but none of it delivered what fans truly wanted.
The Tease and the Disappointment
Leading up to Friday the 13th, there were heavy teases about major announcements. The showrunner of the upcoming Crystal Lake series posted, “Coming tomorrow,” and all the big Friday the 13th fan sites amplified the excitement.
This wasn’t just any Friday the 13th—it was Jason Voorhees’ birthday (June 13th). Fans expected something monumental—maybe a new movie announcement, a first look at Jason in the Crystal Lake series, or at least some concrete updates.
The Problem with the Franchise Right Now
For months, the people behind Friday the 13th have been promising big things but delivering very little. They’ve teased “major updates” that turned out to be merchandise drops or vague concept art.
Fans are frustrated because all they want is a new movie or real content—not just another toy or T-shirt. The constant cycle of hype and disappointment has left the fanbase feeling ignored and disrespected.
Today’s “Big” Announcements
So, what did we actually get on Jason’s birthday?
- NECA Toys Partnership
- The first announcement was about new Friday the 13th action figures.
- Fans immediately reacted with frustration, saying, “We don’t want more merch—we want a movie!”
- Jason at Halloween Horror Nights
- The next reveal was that Jason will be part of Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando and Hollywood.
- While cool for attendees, this does nothing for fans who just want a new film or series update.
The Only Good News: Crystal Lake Updates
Amid all the letdowns, there was one piece of actual news—the Crystal Lake series is moving forward.
- New cast members (Devin Kesler, Cameron Scoggins, Gwindelyn Sunstrom) were announced.
- The showrunner confirmed they’re close to filming.
- There’s also mention of a “legacy character” from the original movies appearing.
This is the only tangible update that gives fans hope.
Other Interesting Tidbits
- Possible New Friday the 13th Game?
- Kane Hodder hinted at a new project with Gun Media and IllFonic (creators of the last Friday the 13th game). Could this be a remaster or sequel?
- Working Title “Mama’s Boy”
- A casting call for a 1970s-set horror series (likely Crystal Lake) suggests the show will explore the early years of Camp Crystal Lake.
Final Thoughts
Today should have been a celebration for Friday the 13th fans. Instead, it was another example of empty hype and missed opportunities.
Fans don’t want more toys or theme park mazes—they want a real return for Jason Voorhees. Hopefully, Crystal Lake will deliver, but for now, the franchise’s handling of its fanbase remains disappointing.
Happy Birthday, Jason. Here’s hoping next year’s celebration is better.
What do you think of today’s announcements? Let us know in the comments! And if you’re excited for Crystal Lake, stay tuned—we’ll have more updates soon.
Jenifer
