Originally released in 1980, the story of Jason Voorhees and his knack for executing innocents at a deadly summer camp with a tragic past, was first made by an independent studio, and created with the intent of cashing in on the then-recent Halloween franchise.
Almost 50 years later, and Friday The 13th has become one of the most instantly-recognisable slasher franchises in the world, encompassing 11 sequels, a spin-off TV series and a fanbase that loves nothing more than to watch Jason’s iconic hockey mask splatter with blood.
So, if you’re hoping to take your own journey back to Camp Crystal Lake this Friday The 13th, here’s where you can watch it, as well as its many sequels.
Where can I stream the original Friday The 13th?
Historically, the original film has remained notoriously hard to pin down on streaming services, much to fans’ annoyance.
However, it’s currently available to stream on Now in the UK.
‘Into the Jason-verse’ – Where can I watch the Friday The 13th sequels?
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It is possible to make your way through the slasher’s various sequels, but you’re going to need a few subscription services on the go…
Friday the 13th, Part II
In the UK, the first film’s direct sequel is available on Paramount+ and Amazon Prime Video.
Friday the 13th, Part III
The third instalment of Jason’s bloody misadventures is also streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Sadly, unlike its original cinematic release, it’s not available in 3D.
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Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter, A New Beginning, Jason Lives, The New Blood and Jason Takes Manhattan (yes, Jason Takes Manhattan is the film’s real name)
All of these sequels are available to stream on – you guessed it – Paramount+ and Amazon Prime Video.
Jason Goes To Hell: The Final Friday and Jason X
The franchise’s forays into the supernatural and the sci-fi genres are available to rent or buy on Amazon and Apple TV+ – but nowhere else.
Freddy vs. Jason
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Clash of the horror titans Freddy vs. Jason, which sees Nightmare On Elm Street’s antagonist go head to head with Friday The 13th’s villain (while murdering a good few innocents along the way, of course) is available to rent or buy on Amazon, Apple TV+, YouTube and more.
Friday The 13th (2009)
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The poorly received reboot of the original franchise is also available to stream on Paramount+, Prime Video and, curiously enough, Disney+.