Nelson has demonstrated his talent for this genre with his involvement in projects like The Domestics (2018) and Wrong Turn (2021). The latter was described in the release as a film with raw, grounded terror and relentless tension, essential elements for a franchise and, more specifically, an expansion of this nature.

Pushing it Forward

While Sweet Revenge is part of the existing franchise, it promises a unique twist. According to the release, “This vignette offers a fresh perspective on the beloved IP, delivering a comforting yet gory embrace that reminds us why we fell for these movies.” Horror enthusiasts can rally behind this homage to the genre that captured our hearts. This is just a glimpse of what lies ahead for the franchise and its loyal fans. New features include an updated design, a significant collaboration, and a prequel series. It was noted, “The franchise unveiled a brand-new Jason Voorhees design by the renowned FX artist Greg Nicotero, announced Jason’s return to Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights after nearly ten years, and continued the development of A24’s eagerly awaited Crystal Lake series.”

Celebrate With Sweet Revenge

This entire endeavor is made possible by Horror Inc.’s collaboration with Angry Orchard, which is acting as the sponsor. The original owners of the film franchise own Horror Inc. This initiative is part of their 2024 Jason Universe, aiming to further develop the intellectual property. Production on Sweet Revenge started just this month. Once released, fans can watch it on two different platforms: a Microsite hosted by Angry Orchard Hard Cider and the official Jason Universe YouTube channel. Although not entirely anticipated, this project is a welcome addition, solidifying the Friday the 13th franchise’s reputation as the gift that keeps on giving.