For some time now, Blumhouse has been considering a revival for Jason Voorhees.
For years, Blumhouse has been eyeing the Friday the 13th franchise, eager to revive the iconic horror series. Jason Blum, the founder of Blumhouse, has reiterated his interest in bringing Jason Voorhees back to the big screen, especially considering the lack of new films since the 2009 reboot.
The road to a revival has been rocky due to a rights dispute between the original film’s screenwriter Victor Miller and director Sean S. Cunningham. Despite the challenges, Blum remains determined to make it happen and has a clear vision for who could lead the project.
In a recent interview with Collider’s Perri Nemiroff, Blum expressed his desire to greenlight a Friday the 13th project under the Blumhouse banner. He sees his new business partner, James Wan, as the perfect candidate to helm the franchise. Wan, known for his work on modern horror classics like the Conjuring universe, Saw, and Insidious, has recently joined forces with Blumhouse through his Atomic Monster banner.
With Wan’s proven track record and Blumhouse’s expertise in horror revivals, the duo could breathe new life into the Friday the 13th series. While Wan has tackled various genres, remaking a horror staple like Friday the 13th would present an exciting challenge for the director.
As Blumhouse continues to explore opportunities for the franchise, fans can anticipate a potential collaboration that combines Wan’s creative vision with Blumhouse’s passion for revitalizing classic horror properties.
‘Friday the 13th’ Would Be a GREAT Property for Blumhouse
The Friday the 13th franchise holds a special place in the hearts of many, including Blumhouse producer Ryan Turek. In a recent interview with Inverse, Turek shared his and Blum’s deep-rooted desire to create a classic Jason Voorhees film, reminiscent of the series’ early days when the masked killer terrorized camp counselors. Turek expressed admiration for the franchise, emphasizing his eagerness to explore Crystal Lake’s horrors in a similar fashion to Blumhouse’s successful approach with Halloween.
Despite the daunting rights obstacles, there’s still hope for Friday the 13th’s revival. A24 has secured the television rights and is gearing up to launch Crystal Lake, a prequel series set to debut on Peacock later this year. Penned by Bryan Fuller of Hannibal fame and potentially featuring effects maestro Tom Savini, the series promises to delve into the franchise’s lore with a newfound freedom offered by the small screen.
While the film rights remain tangled, the television series presents an exciting opportunity for fans to immerse themselves in the world of Friday the 13th. As Blumhouse continues to navigate the complexities of the franchise, fans can expect more updates on their latest projects.
Blumhouse’s next release, Imaginary starring DeWanda Wise, arrives in theatres on March 8. Keep an eye out for more updates on Blumhouse’s upcoming endeavours here at Comic Flick News.”
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