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Pamela Voorhees' Untold Story: 'Crystal Lake' Prequel Dives into Friday the 13th Origins
12 Oct
Summary
- 'Crystal Lake' is the first Friday the 13th project since 2009 reboot
- Stars Linda Cardellini as iconic Pamela Voorhees
- Follows Voorhees' backstory as a mother who gave up singing to raise a special needs child
In October 2025, the Friday the 13th franchise is set to make a comeback with the highly anticipated prequel series 'Crystal Lake.' The show, which comes from showrunner Brad Caleb Kane and A24, will delve into the backstory of the iconic Pamela Voorhees, played by Linda Cardellini.
The series is the first major Friday the 13th project since the 2009 reboot, and it promises to offer a fresh perspective on the franchise's origins. 'Crystal Lake' will follow Voorhees, a mother who gave up a promising singing career to raise a special needs child. However, the story takes a dark turn when Voorhees loses her son, leading her down a path of vengeance.
Joining Cardellini in the cast are William Catlett, Devin Kessler, Cameron Scoggins, and Gwendolyn Sundstrom. The series is expected to provide a deeper understanding of the character's motivations and the events that shaped her into the iconic slasher villain.
With A24 and Peacock behind the project, 'Crystal Lake' is poised to captivate audiences and offer a fresh take on the beloved Friday the 13th franchise.
