Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan

Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan

Year: 1989

Runtime: 100 min

Language: English

Director: Rob Hedden

AdventureThrillerHorror

A group of graduating students celebrating on a cruise ship find themselves the target of Jason Voorhees. Resurrected from Crystal Lake, the infamous killer brings his terror to the waters and ultimately pursues them to New York City. Jason unleashes chaos throughout Manhattan, forcing a desperate biology teacher and his niece to fight for survival against the relentless horror.

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1

Chilling Lore

As the sun sets over Crystal Lake, Jim Miller shares the terrifying tale of Jason Voorhees with his girlfriend Suzi. This seemingly innocent moment foreshadows the lurking danger of past horrors that are about to resurface.

Crystal Lake
2

A Deadly Surprise

In an attempt to lighten the mood, Jim decides to surprise Suzi by wearing a hockey mask and holding a prop knife. Unbeknownst to him, this playful act coincidentally awakens the dormant spirit of Jason, leading to catastrophic consequences.

Houseboat
3

The Rise of Jason

With his thirst for vengeance reignited, Jason reclaims his mask and prepares to unleash a horrific spree of killings. The first victim of this revival is Suzi, who meets a shocking fate at the hands of the vengeful figure.

Houseboat
4

Setting Sail

The following morning, the SS Lazarus sets off for New York City, filled with students from Lakeview High School on their graduation trip. Among the chaperons are Dr. Charles McCulloch and Colleen Van Deusen, who are also dealing with their own internal conflicts.

SS Lazarus
5

A Stowaway

Unbeknownst to the passengers aboard the SS Lazarus, Jason has stealthily boarded the vessel, lying in wait for his next unsuspecting targets. The atmosphere shifts as one by one, the students start to realize the danger they're in.

SS Lazarus
6

First Victim

As night falls, Jason makes his first move by brutally killing aspiring rock star J.J. Jarrett using her own guitar. This marks the beginning of a terrifying night as panic spreads among the surviving students aboard.

SS Lazarus
7

Terrifying Encounters

Rennie begins to experience unsettling visions of a young Jason, recalling traumatic encounters from her past. As Jason continues his rampage, she is forced to confront her deepest fears while navigating the increasingly dangerous surroundings.

SS Lazarus
8

The Chaos Intensifies

As other students, including Julius Gaw, fall prey to Jason's wrath, the sense of dread escalates aboard the ship. With panic soaring, Rennie and her friends search for safety, but the relentless killer seems always one step ahead.

SS Lazarus
9

A Gruesome Escape

In a narrow escape, Rennie, McCulloch, Van Deusen, and Sean manage to flee via a life raft. They are faced with the grim realization that their troubles are far from over as they spot survivors among the chaos, including Toby and Julius.

SS Lazarus
10

New York City Mayhem

Arriving in New York City, the group is met with a city in chaos as Jason continues his relentless pursuit. As they scatter for help, the fear intensifies, and the streets become a battleground against the masked killer.

New York City
11

Fatal Confrontation

In a desperate attempt to fight back, Julius confronts Jason, but the showdown ends tragically with Julius exhausted and outmatched. This moment highlights the sheer brutality of Jason's character and the hopelessness of the situation.

New York City
12

Desperate Measures

With the NYPD's assistance suddenly vanishing, Rennie faces hallucinations of Jason, escalating her terror. In a moment of chaos, she crashes a police cruiser, leading to an explosion that tragically claims another life.

New York City
13

The Underground Battle

In their desperate attempt to escape, Rennie and Sean find themselves in the subway system, where they face off against Jason. With dangerous flooding and electrified tracks, the fight against Jason culminates in a final confrontation.

Subway System
14

The Aftermath

As the floodwaters rise, Jason is finally overwhelmed, leaving behind the haunting visage of his younger self. This resolution draws a tragic line through the chaos, leaving Rennie and Sean to grapple with their ordeal.

Flooding Sewers
15

Reunion in Times Square

Emerging unscathed from their harrowing escape, Rennie and Sean reunite with Toby in the bustling atmosphere of Times Square. The ordeal may be over, but the haunting memories of their nightmarish encounter remain indelibly etched in their minds.

Times Square

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