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Peacock Unveils 'Crystal Lake': Jason's Origins Explored

3/14/2026

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Peacock released images from Crystal Lake, a slasher prequel exploring Jason and Pamela Voorhees's origins.
The series stars Linda Cardellini as Pamela Voorhees and Callum Vinson as young Jason, aiming for the franchise’s classic aesthetic.
After delays and showrunner changes, Brad Caleb Kane now leads the project following Bryan Fuller’s departure.
A premiere around the next Friday the 13th in November is anticipated.

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Story summary

Peacock released images from Crystal Lake, a slasher prequel exploring Jason and Pamela Voorhees's origins.
The series stars Linda Cardellini as Pamela Voorhees and Callum Vinson as young Jason, aiming for the franchise’s classic aesthetic.
After delays and showrunner changes, Brad Caleb Kane now leads the project following Bryan Fuller’s departure.
A premiere around the next Friday the 13th in November is anticipated.