A Spine-Chilling Twist on a Fateful Day
Ah, it’s Friday the 13th—the kind of day that makes you want to keep a protective eye over your shoulder. This year, however, we’re adding an extra layer of spine-chilling excitement to your already jinxed calendar date. Why settle for mere superstitions when you can revel in the horror? Specifically, we’re talking about the latest addition to the Friday the 13th cinematic universe, Friday the 13th: The Awakening. And get this: You don’t even have to leave your house to catch all the scares.
“That’s right, Friday the 13th: The Awakening will be available to watch from today – and this time, you’ll be able to do so from the comfort of your own home.”
Accessing Nightmares in HD: Streaming Details
Forget theaters; they are so last season. This time, it’s all about the at-home experience. A real treat (or trick?) for the fans, Friday the 13th: The Awakening has been released on YouTube, and—hold on to your hockey masks—it’s free!
“Rather than be shown in cinemas, the full film has been released on YouTube and is free to watch.”
Worried about how graphic it might get? Well, the creators have thought about that too. You have the option to choose between two versions: one rated R and another rated M. Pick your poison carefully!
The Vault of Horrors: Where to Watch Earlier Episodes
While the latest flick is creating all the buzz, let’s not forget where it all began. Jason Voorhees didn’t just decide to go on a rampage one day; there’s a rich history to it. And if you’re new to the franchise or just want a horrifying walk down memory lane, you’re in luck.
“Most of the Friday the 13th movies are available to watch via Amazon Prime and other streaming platforms.”
Here’s a quick rundown of where you can find each creepy instalment:
- Friday the 13th (1980) is available to rent or buy from Amazon, Apple TV+, the Sky Store, and YouTube.
- Friday the 13th: Part II (1981) is available on Paramount Plus and Sky, or you can rent or buy the film from Amazon, Apple TV+, the Sky Store, and more.
- Friday the 13th: Part III (1982) is streaming on Sky and NOW, and you can rent or buy from Amazon, Apple TV+, the Sky Store, and more.
- Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter (1984), Friday the 13th: A New Beginning (1985), Friday the 13th, Part VI: Jason Lives (1986), Friday the 13th, Part VII: The New Blood (1988), and Friday the 13th, Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan (1989) are all streaming on Paramount Plus now. You can rent or buy these films from Amazon, Apple TV+, the Sky Store, and more.
- Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday (1993), and Jason X (2002) are available to rent or buy from Amazon and Apple TV+.
- Freddy vs Jason (2003) is available to rent or buy from Amazon, Apple TV+, the Sky Store, YouTube and more.
- Friday the 13th (2009) is streaming on Paramount Plus and NOW, and is available to rent or buy from Amazon, Apple TV+, the Sky Store, YouTube and more.
Cosplay Chronicles: Keeping the Spirit Alive
At WonderCon 2023, the franchise’s undying spirit was evident. The event was abuzz with cosplayers dressed as iconic characters from the series, especially Jason Voorhees and Freddy Krueger. The fandom is as alive and kicking as Jason himself.
“Cosplayers dressed as Jason Voorhees and Freddy Krueger at WonderCon 2023.”
Your Ultimate Friday the 13th Checklist
If you’re a horror aficionado or just someone looking to get into the Friday the 13th saga, today is your lucky (or should we say unlucky?) day. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, includes:
- Streaming the Latest: Click over to YouTube and watch Friday the 13th: The Awakening for free.
- Choosing Your Horror Level: Opt between the R and M-rated versions.
- Binging the Classics: Use platforms like Amazon Prime, Apple TV+, or Paramount Plus to revisit the roots of this iconic horror franchise.
- Cosplay Consideration: Take inspiration from die-hard fans and maybe try your hand at some Friday the 13th themed costumes. After all, Halloween is just around the corner.
So, go ahead, indulge in some cinematic screams. After all, what’s a Friday the 13th without a little blood-curdling horror?
