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🍎🔪 Jason’s Back… with a Cider Twist?! Sweet Revenge Short Film Headlines Jason’s 45th Anniversary



What do Jason Voorhees and hard cider have in common? Apparently… a lot more than you'd think in 2025.

Announced during San Diego Comic-Con 2025, horror fans were treated to a blood-soaked surprise: a brand-new Jason Universe short film, titled Sweet Revenge, is dropping August 13, 2025 — and it’s backed by none other than Angry Orchard Hard Cider.

This short-form vignette marks the latest chapter in the expanding Jason Universe, part of a multi-platform 45th anniversary celebration that’s reviving the franchise in wild, creative ways.

🎥 What is Sweet Revenge?

Sweet Revenge is described as a “short-form vignette” that blends vintage slasher vibes with modern horror flair. It will serve as the centerpiece of Jason's 45th anniversary campaign, and while it's not a full-length film, it's more than just a commercial.

Directed by Mike P. Nelson (Wrong Turn, the upcoming Silent Night, Deadly Night reboot), the short will debut on August 13, 2025, on the Jason Universe YouTube Channel and a special website hosted by Angry Orchard — who are sponsoring the release as part of a larger collaboration with the franchise.

“Not only is the vignette a new take on the beloved IP, it is a comforting, gory hug, reminding us why we fell in love with these movies,” said Nelson.

Expect a classic cabin-in-the-woods setup, cider-fueled campfire vibes, and, of course, a machete-wielding Jason making sure the weekend doesn’t end peacefully.

📺 New Peacock TV Series: Crystal Lake

The Jason Universe is expanding beyond the big screen. Also revealed at SDCC: production is officially underway on Peacock and A24’s new series, Crystal Lake. The series will serve as a prequel to the original 1980 film, digging deeper into the mythology of Camp Crystal Lake, Pamela Voorhees, and the origins of Jason’s rage.

Produced by A24, the team behind Hereditary and Midsommar, and written by Hannibal showrunner Bryan Fuller, Crystal Lake has horror fans foaming at the mouth in anticipation.

🎮 A New Jason Game is in Development

After the 2023 shutdown of Friday the 13th: The Game, many thought we’d never play as Jason again. But Jason’s back — in digital form.

Announced alongside Sweet Revenge, a new Jason video game is officially in development. Early reports promise:

  • A single-player campaign

  • Playable versions of Jason from multiple films

  • A story mode that ties into the Jason Universe

While no studio has been named yet, insiders say the game will be legally unencumbered, unlike the last title. Expect more announcements later this year.

🎃 Horror Nights Gets a Killer Maze

If you’re headed to Universal Studios this fall, prepare to scream: Halloween Horror Nights 2025 is getting a Jason Universe haunted house!

The attraction promises:

  • A blood-soaked tour through Camp Crystal Lake

  • References to iconic kills and classic scenes

  • A few new surprises inspired by Sweet Revenge

This marks Jason’s official return to Horror Nights — his first in years — and a major win for slasher fans who’ve been craving his return to theme park terror.

🔍 SEO Questions & Answers

What is Sweet Revenge about?

Sweet Revenge is a short horror vignette celebrating Jason Voorhees’ 45th anniversary. Sponsored by Angry Orchard and directed by Mike P. Nelson, the film blends classic slasher elements with a fresh take on the franchise.

When does Sweet Revenge come out?

Sweet Revenge premieres on August 13, 2025, on the Jason Universe YouTube channel and an Angry Orchard-hosted website.

Who is making Sweet Revenge?

The short is produced by Horror, Inc. in collaboration with Angry Orchard. It was directed by Mike P. Nelson and is part of the new Jason Universe content slate.

Is there a new Jason TV series?

Yes! Crystal Lake is an upcoming prequel series on Peacock, produced by A24 and written by Bryan Fuller.

Is a new Friday the 13th game in development?

Yes — a brand-new Jason game is being developed with a single-player campaign and multiple Jason versions. No studio has been announced yet.

Will Jason be at Halloween Horror Nights 2025?

Yes! Universal Studios is debuting a Jason Universe haunted house this year at Halloween Horror Nights in both Orlando and Hollywood.

🎬 All Friday the 13th Films (So Far)

  1. Friday the 13th (1980)

  2. Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981)

  3. Friday the 13th Part III (1982)

  4. Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter (1984)

  5. Friday the 13th: A New Beginning (1985)

  6. Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives (1986)

  7. Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood (1988)

  8. Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan (1989)

  9. Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday (1993)

  10. Jason X (2001)

  11. Freddy vs. Jason (2003)

  12. Friday the 13th (2009 reboot)

  13. Sweet Revenge (2025 short film)

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