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The 13 Coolest Pop Culture Appearances Of Jason Voorhees

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Jason Voorhees, the hockey-masked killer from the Friday the 13th movies, is about as iconic of a horror movie icon as there is these days.  The mask itself has become synonymous with not only the slasher genre, but with eighties horror in general.  Jason has crossed over into the non-horror world, and he seems to be having a lot of fun with it.  Here are 13 (because we’re dorks) of the coolest pop culture appearances of the Camp Crystal Lake Killer, Jason Voorhees.

 

1. MTV Lifetime Achievement Award

In 1992, MTV recognized Jason as the figurehead of horror that he is by bestowing the MTV Lifetime Achievement Award upon him at the channel’s annual Movie Awards ceremony.  Jason was the first fictional character to win the campy award (opening the door for Godzilla and Chewbacca to win their own) and, because he’s a fictional character, he had to send a proxy to accept it for him.  The acceptance video is below.

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2. The Horror Hall of Fame

From honoree to presenter; on a horror awards show in 1990, Jason helped induct Night of the Living Dead into the Horror Hall of Fame.  And by “helped,” we mean Jason stood there looking fierce while Danny Pintauro from Cujo and Who’s the Boss did all of the actual inducting.  But then again, Jason never was a man of many words.

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3. The Arsenio Hall Show

Like any other big star, Jason is expected to work the talk show circuit to promote each new movie, but that doesn’t mean he has to like it.  Here he is on The Arsenio Hall Show in 1989 “promoting” Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan.

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4. Freddy vs. Jason Weigh-In

Speaking of movie promotions…in order to build buzz for the 2003 crossover movie Freddy vs. Jason, the two fighters met in Las Vegas for an official weigh-in and interview.  Again, a man of action, not words.

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5. Unlockable character in GTA V (?)

There have been rumors and myths of Jason Voorhees being an Easter egg or a cheat-code feature in the Grand Theft Auto video games, and there are even some videos online of people claiming to be playing as Jason.  Here’s one of them.  Whether it’s a legit find, a mod, or just a player who changed his characters clothes into coveralls and a hockey mask, it’s fun to watch.

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6. Family Guy

One of the big status symbols of pop culture celebrity is being turned into a Family Guy character.  Jason has been portrayed on the show a few times, with this interview with Tricia Takanawa being a fan favorite.

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7. …And Robot Chicken

Everything that was just said about Family Guy can be applied to Robot Chicken.  Again, Jason has appeared on the show a handful of times.  Here’s Robot Chicken’s take on what a typical day for Jason Voorhees is like.

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8. Onstage with Alice Cooper

When rocker Alice Cooper contributed the theme song to Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives, Jason returned the favor by appearing in some of Coop’s stage shows.  Here he is during Alice’s 1986 The Nightmare Returns tour (at 2:45 in the video)…

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And here he is in a much more recent show, taking care of a pesky paparazzi while Alice and the band play the Friday VI theme (Jason at 2:15).

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9. PrankkBros

Here we have a couple of guys with a hidden camera letting Jason do what Jason does – scare the hell out of people.  Not the best Jason costume here, but maybe his good clothes were at the cleaners?  Still funny in a what-would-you-do kind of way.

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10. 2014 Radio Shack Super Bowl commercial

During last year’s Super Bowl, Jason got together with a bunch of other 80’s pop culture heroes like Chucky, ALF, and Teen Wolf for a Radio Shack ad that turned out to be the most memorable commercial of the day.  Too bad the cool commercial couldn’t save Radio Shack, who announced its bankruptcy a mere year after this ad’s airing.

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11. Monster-Mania in 2014

Even with all of his popularity, Jason still gives back to the fans who got him where he is today.  Here he is being “interviewed” at the 2014 Monster-Mania Convention.  The word “interviewed” is in quotes because, well, we’ve already established that Jason is the strong, silent type.  This clip has Michael Myers first, then Jason shows up at about 2:00.

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12. Slash/Up – Sarah Connor vs. Jason Voorhees

A character cannot be considered an icon until they appear in fan fiction.  Not content with Freddy vs. Jason, the web series Slash/Up pitted Jason against the final girl/buttkicker from The Terminator, Sarah Connor.

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13. First Jason Music Video

As anyone who has been to a horror convention can probably tell you, the actor who played Jason Voorhees as a young boy in the first Friday the 13th movie, Ari Lehman, has parlayed that one role into a music career, forming a heavy metal band called…wait for it…First Jason.  Realizing that he’d be nowhere without that first portrayal, Jason helps Ari out when he can by appearing in his music videos.  Alice Cooper it’s not, but hey – Ari Lehman was the FIRST JASON!

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New Poster Reveal For Nicolas Cage’s Survival Creature Feature ‘Arcadian’ [Trailer]

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In the latest cinematic venture featuring Nicolas Cage, Arcadian emerges as a compelling creature feature, teeming with suspense, horror, and emotional depth. RLJE Films has recently released a series of new images and a captivating poster, offering audiences a glimpse into the eerie and thrilling world of “Arcadian”. Scheduled to hit theaters on April 12, 2024, the film will later be available on Shudder and AMC+, ensuring a wide audience can experience its gripping narrative.

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The Motion Picture Association (MPA) has given this film an “R” rating for its “bloody images,” hinting at the visceral and intense experience awaiting viewers. The film draws inspiration from acclaimed horror benchmarks like “A Quiet Place,” weaving a post-apocalyptic tale of a father and his two sons navigating a desolate world. Following a catastrophic event that depopulates the planet, the family faces the dual challenge of surviving their dystopian environment and eluding mysterious nocturnal creatures.

Joining Nicolas Cage in this harrowing journey are Jaeden Martell, known for his role in “IT” (2017), Maxwell Jenkins from “Lost in Space,” and Sadie Soverall, featured in “Fate: The Winx Saga.” Directed by Ben Brewer (“The Trust”) and penned by Mike Nilon (“Braven”), “Arcadian” promises a unique blend of poignant storytelling and electrifying survival horror.

Maxwell Jenkins, Nicolas Cage, and Jaeden Martell 

Critics have already begun to praise “Arcadian” for its imaginative monster designs and exhilarating action sequences, with one review from Bloody Disgusting highlighting the film’s balance between emotional coming-of-age elements and heart-pounding horror. Despite sharing thematic elements with similar genre films, “Arcadian” sets itself apart through its creative approach and action-driven plot, promising a cinematic experience filled with mystery, suspense, and relentless thrills.

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‘Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 3’ Is a Go with Enhanced Budget and New Characters

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Wow, they’re churning things out fast! The upcoming sequel “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 3” is officially moving forward, promising an expanded narrative with a larger budget and the introduction of beloved characters from A.A. Milne’s original tales. As confirmed by Variety, the third installment in the horror franchise will welcome Rabbit, the heffalumps, and the woozles into its dark and twisted narrative.

This sequel is a part of an ambitious cinematic universe that reimagines children’s stories as horror tales. Alongside “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey” and its first sequel, the universe includes films such as “Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare”, “Bambi: The Reckoning,” and “Pinocchio Unstrung”. These movies are set to converge in the crossover event “Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble,” slated for a 2025 release.

Winnie the Pooh Poohniverse

The creation of these films was made possible when A.A. Milne’s 1926 children’s book “Winnie-the-Pooh” entered the public domain last year, allowing filmmakers to explore these cherished characters in unprecedented ways. Director Rhys Frake-Waterfield and producer Scott Jeffrey Chambers, of Jagged Edge Productions, have led the charge in this innovative endeavor.

The inclusion of Rabbit, heffalumps, and woozles in the upcoming sequel introduces a new layer to the franchise. In Milne’s original stories, heffalumps are imagined creatures resembling elephants, while woozles are known for their weasel-like characteristics and a penchant for stealing honey. Their roles in the narrative remain to be seen, but their addition promises to enrich the horror universe with deeper connections to the source material.

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How to Watch ‘Late Night with the Devil’ from Home: Dates and Platforms

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For fans eager to dive into one of this year’s most talked-about horror films from the comfort of their own home, “Late Night with the Devil” will be available for streaming exclusively on Shudder starting April 19, 2024. This announcement has been highly anticipated following the film’s successful theatrical release by IFC Films, which saw it earning rave reviews and a record-breaking opening weekend for the distributor.

“Late Night with the Devil” emerges as a standout horror film, captivating audiences and critics alike, with Stephen King himself offering high praise for the 1977-set film. Starring David Dastmalchian, the movie unfolds on Halloween night during a live late-night talk show broadcast that disastrously unleashes evil across the nation. This found footage-style film not only delivers scares but also authentically captures the aesthetic of the 1970s, drawing viewers into its nightmarish scenario.

David Dastmalchian in Late Night with the Devil

The film’s initial box office success, opening to $2.8 million in 1,034 theaters, underscores its wide appeal and marks the highest opening weekend for an IFC Films release. Critically acclaimed, “Late Night with the Devil” boasts a 96% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 135 reviews, with the consensus praising it for rejuvenating the possession horror genre and showcasing David Dastmalchian’s exceptional performance.

Rotten Tomatoes score as of 3/28/2024

Simon Rother of iHorror.com encapsulates the film’s allure, emphasizing its immersive quality that transports viewers back to the 1970s, making them feel as if they are part of the eerie “Night Owls” Halloween broadcast. Rother lauds the film for its meticulously crafted script and the emotional and shocking journey it takes viewers on, stating, “This whole experience will have viewers of the Cairnes brothers’ film glued to their screen… The script, from beginning to end, is neatly sewn together with an ending that’ll have jaws on the floor.” You can read the full review here.

Rother further encourages audiences to watch the film, highlighting its multifaceted appeal: “Whenever it is made available to you, you must attempt to view the Cairnes Brothers’ latest project as it will make you laugh, it will creep you out, it will amaze you, and it might even strike an emotional cord.”

Set to stream on Shudder on April 19, 2024, “Late Night with the Devil” offers a compelling blend of horror, history, and heart. This film is not just a must-watch for horror aficionados but for anyone looking to be thoroughly entertained and moved by a cinematic experience that redefines the boundaries of its genre.

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