Following Halloween's groundbreaking success in 1978, Friday the 13th ushered in the 1980s by pushing the slasher genre to bloodier extremes. Jason Voorhees made his memorable (though technically unofficial) debut terrorizing unsuspecting teens at Camp Crystal Lake. Without question, the original Friday the 13th remains must-watch horror cinema. Across twelve films helmed by eleven different directors, the hockey-masked killer has transformed into an undead force, traveled to space, and clashed with another legendary slasher.
For those celebrating today's ominous date with a horror marathon, here's your streaming guide to every Friday the 13th installment.
Where to Stream Friday the 13th Movies
The franchise's streaming availability remains frustratingly inconsistent. While Paramount+ briefly hosted the first eight films last October, they've since vanished - currently only appearing on Pluto TV's free ad-supported service. Max subscribers can access the 2009 reboot, while digital rentals remain the sole option for Jason Goes to Hell, Freddy vs Jason, and Jason X.
Friday the 13th (1980)
Stream: Tubi, Pluto TV
Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981)
Stream: Pluto TV
Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Friday the 13th Part III (1982)
Stream: Pluto TV
Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter (1984)
Stream: Pluto TV
Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Friday the 13th Part V: A New Beginning (1985)
Stream: Pluto TV
Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives (1986)
Stream: Pluto TV
Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood (1988)
Stream: Pluto TV
Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan (1989)
Stream: Pluto TV
Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday (1993)
Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Jason X (2002)
Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Freddy vs. Jason (2003)
Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Friday the 13th (2009)
Stream: Max or Hulu
Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Friday the 13th Blu-ray Collections

While streaming options fluctuate, Shout! Factory's comprehensive Blu-ray set offers all twelve films with extensive bonus features. Currently discounted for Friday the 13th, this 16-disc collection includes HD transfers, commentaries, and supplementary materials. Budget-conscious fans can opt for an affordable DVD set covering the original eight films.
Viewing Order Recommendations
Like many 1980s horror franchises, the Friday the 13th series features convoluted timelines with reboots, crossovers, and supernatural twists. We've previously outlined both release order and chronological viewing guides for series completionists.
Future of the Franchise
Legal battles over franchise rights have prevented new Friday the 13th films since 2009's reboot. However, Horror Inc. recently announced plans for a "Jason Universe" multimedia initiative. While this begins with Peacock's Crystal Lake prequel series, fans remain hopeful for Jason's eventual theatrical return.
Need more horror recommendations? Explore our guides to streaming The Conjuring universe or the Saw franchise.
 
         
     
                             
                             
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                     
                                    