Mike P. Nelson Reveals ‘Sweet Revenge’ – A Chilling New Take on ‘Friday the 13th’

Mike P. Nelson, known for directing the “Silent Night, Deadly Night” reboot, is now taking on a new project in the “Friday the 13th” universe, according to Variety. He is working on a short film called “Sweet Revenge,” which is part of the franchise’s plan to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the original movie.This project is produced by Horror, Inc., the company that owns the rights to “Friday the 13th.”

The story of “Sweet Revenge” promises a dark and bloody weekend in the woods filled with the kind of scares only Jason Voorhees can deliver.

Nelson is not just directing; he is also writing and producing the vignette through his own company, Rockford Road Pictures. Production started recently, and the short film will be available on the Jason Universe YouTube channel. It will also be shown on a website sponsored by Angry Orchard Hard Cider, which is working with the franchise as part of a bigger partnership.

This new vignette is a key part of a larger effort by Horror, Inc. to bring back “Friday the 13th” with fresh energy. Alongside “Sweet Revenge,” the franchise has introduced a new Jason design created by artist Greg Nicotero.

Jason will also appear at Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights for the first time in nearly ten years. Additionally, there is ongoing work on a new TV series called “Crystal Lake,” which is being developed by A24.

Mike P. Nelson said, “I am so grateful that the team at Horror, Inc. saw something in ‘Sweet Revenge’ and wanted it as a part of the Jason Voorhees story! And to think 30 years ago I was trying to secretly watch these movies on VHS when no one was looking. To have the opportunity to write and direct one of these stories is surreal – not to mention having an amazing team led by Chad Villella and Brianna Lee Johnson help me bring it to life! 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. Much gruesome fun awaits you!”

Marc Toberoff from Friday 13th LLC also shared his excitement, saying, “Jason has always been a force in pop culture, and the 45th anniversary felt like the perfect moment to do something truly unexpected. Partnering with Horror, Inc. and Angry Orchard who share our passion has opened up a new way to engage fans. It’s exciting to see the franchise evolve with such creativity while staying true to what makes Jason iconic.”

Sheri Conn, the chief marketing officer at Horror, Inc., added, “We were beyond excited when Mike Nelson came on board and Angry Orchard sponsored production to help us bring this to life in a wickedly unexpected way. Even in a short vignette, Nelson will masterfully capture our shared vision–honoring the heritage of the franchise while delivering something fresh and thrilling for a new generation.”

Mike P. Nelson has a strong background in horror, having directed the 2021 “Wrong Turn” reboot and his first movie, “The Domestics.” His new “Silent Night, Deadly Night” reboot is also set to hit theaters soon, on December 12.

This new short film shows that “Friday the 13th” fans have more to look forward to as the franchise celebrates a big anniversary. With new stories and fresh creative energy, it seems like Jason Voorhees is ready to scare a new generation. What do you think about this new take? Are you excited for “Sweet Revenge” and what’s next for the franchise? Share your thoughts in the comments below!