Sky today unveils the first teaser and first-look images for Crystal Lake, a gripping new series from A24 and creator, writer and showrunner Brad Caleb Kane (It: Welcome to Derry, Warrior).

A thrilling expansion of the iconic Friday the 13th universe, the highly anticipated eight-part series starring Emmy-nominee Linda Cardellini (DTF St. Louis, Dead To Me) will be available exclusively on Sky and streaming service NOW in the UK and Ireland from this October.

A prequel to the Friday the 13th franchise, Crystal Lake follows single mother Pam Voorhees (Linda Cardellini) who has been unable to shake her grief after her young, sickly son Jason tragically drowned in the town lake almost a year before. When two strangers arrive at Pam's door digging into her past, a disturbing chain of events is set into motion, leaving the townspeople of Crystal Lake wondering: just who is Pam Voorhees?

Also starring William Catlett, Devin Kessler, Cameron Scoggins and Gwendolyn Sundstrom, Crystal Lake expands the mythology of one of horror's most enduring franchises, blending psychological suspense, mystery and emotional storytelling with the legacy that has captivated audiences for generations.

Brad Caleb Kane, creator, writer and showrunner, said:  “For fans of the franchise, I can promise them that they're going to be seeing a show that was made and crafted by fans, people who grew up with the franchise, people like me who saw these movies in theaters when they were released with large crowds, who screamed at all of the kills, and who wanted to recreate that feeling for at-home audiences. So people should expect a ride, incredible performances, and a show that exists within the canon and with the DNA of the original franchise. Crystal Lake was made with so much love and respect for the fans and for the franchise in general.”

Katie Keenan, Group Director of Acquisitions at Sky, said: "With A24's signature storytelling, an outstanding performance from Linda Cardellini and a gripping mystery at its heart, Crystal Lake brings a fresh new take on one of the most iconic franchises in the horror genre. We're delighted to be bringing the series exclusively to Sky and NOW customers in the UK and Ireland this October."

The series’ creator, writer, showrunner and executive producer is Brad Caleb Kane. Executive producers include Marc Toberoff, Victor Miller, Robert M. Barsamian, Robert P. Barsamian, Stuart Manashil, Tyson Bidner, Michael Lennox and Roy Lee. Produced by A24. Acquired for Sky in the UK and Ireland by Katie Keenan, Group Director of Acquisitions and Facundo Bailez, Head of Acquisitions.

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