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Sky Acquires 'Crystal Lake' Series Starring Linda Cardellini

10/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Sky has acquired the rights to Crystal Lake, produced by A24 and Peacock, set to debut in 2024 in the UK and Ireland.
Linda Cardellini (actress) stars as Pamela Voorhees, and the series follows her journey after losing her son.
Filming takes place at Camp No-Be-Bo-Sco in Blairstown, New Jersey, with Brad Caleb Kane as showrunner and Victor Miller as executive producer.

History

Historical Context

Released on May 9, 1980, "Friday the 13th," directed by Sean S. Cunningham, became a landmark in horror cinema, grossing over $39 million domestically. The film's success, inspired by John Carpenter's "Halloween" (1978), established the slasher genre and introduced the iconic character Pamela Voorhees. Its enduring legacy continues with the upcoming series "Crystal Lake," exploring her backstory and the franchise's cultural impact.

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Story summary

Sky has acquired the rights to Crystal Lake, produced by A24 and Peacock, set to debut in 2024 in the UK and Ireland.
Linda Cardellini (actress) stars as Pamela Voorhees, and the series follows her journey after losing her son.
Filming takes place at Camp No-Be-Bo-Sco in Blairstown, New Jersey, with Brad Caleb Kane as showrunner and Victor Miller as executive producer.

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