A first image of Linda Cardellini as Pamela Voorhees in Peacock’s upcoming Friday the 13th prequel series Crystal Lake has surfaced online.
The image shows Cardellini in costume as the infamous mother of Jason Voorhees, wearing a retro blue dress with a white apron, looking tense and weathered—reminiscent of the original portrayal by Betsy Palmer in the 1980 film. The setting appears to match the 1970s-era time period expected for the series.
First look at Linda Cardellini as Mrs. Voorhees filming #CrystalLakeSeries!
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Cardellini Steps Into a Legendary Role
Pamela Voorhees is the original killer from Friday the 13th, a grieving and mentally unstable mother who went on a murderous rampage after the drowning death of her son Jason at Camp Crystal Lake.
Cardellini joins a list of actresses to take on the role, including Marilyn Poucher, Paula Shaw, and Nana Visitor.
About Crystal Lake
Crystal Lake is a prequel series developed by A24 and showrunner Brad Caleb Kane.
While plot details are mostly under wraps, the series is expected to explore the backstory of Pamela and Jason Voorhees before the events of the first film. William Catlett is also confirmed to star, playing a character named Levon Brooks.
New Cast Members
Recently announced cast additions include Devin Kessler as Briana Brooks, Cameron Scoggins as Dorf, and Gwendolyn Sundstrom as Grace.
Crystal Lake will stream on Peacock. A release date has not yet been announced.
First look at Linda Cardellini as Mrs. Voorhees filming #CrystalLakeSeries!
— Friday The 13th: The Franchise 🪓 (@F13thFranchise) July 2, 2025
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