The 1980 original isn't considered a standout slasher on the level of Halloween ... Friday the 13th is a strange example of a movie that both spawned a hit franchise and works well on its own ...

Jason Voorhees first appeared (sort of) to terrify teens at a Crystal Lake summer camp, and its safe to say the original Friday the 13th is essential viewing for any horror fan. 12 movies and 11 ...