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Friday the 13th

"They were warned...They are doomed...And on Friday the 13th, nothing will save them."

May 9, 1980 1h 35m 6.4/10 (3,221 votes)

Originally released in 1980. Friday the 13th is a horror film. directed by Sean S. Cunningham.

Starring Adrienne King, Betsy Palmer, and Kevin Bacon

Synopsis

Camp counselors are stalked and murdered by an unknown assailant while trying to reopen a summer camp that was the site of a child's drowning.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 9, 1980 45 years ago
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Runtime 1h 35m 95 minutes total
User Rating 6.4/10 Good (3,221 votes)
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Budget $550K Production budget
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Box Office $59.8M 108.6x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$550,000
Revenue
$59,754,601

Production Companies

  • Sean S. Cunningham Films
  • Georgetown Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Friday the 13th about?

Camp counselors are stalked and murdered by an unknown assailant while trying to reopen a summer camp that was the site of a child's drowning.

Who directed Friday the 13th?

Friday the 13th was directed by Sean S. Cunningham.

How long is Friday the 13th?

Friday the 13th has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).

When was Friday the 13th released?

Friday the 13th was released on May 9, 1980 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Friday the 13th?

The main cast of Friday the 13th includes Adrienne King, Betsy Palmer, Kevin Bacon, Jeannine Taylor, Harry Crosby.

Is Friday the 13th worth watching?

Friday the 13th has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 3,221 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.