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Many fans consider Hodder’s performance in this film to be his best as Jason.

It was the lowest-grossing film in the series at the time, leading Paramount to sell the rights to New Line Cinema. 🪓 Why It’s a Cult Favorite Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhatta...

The film begins with Jason Voorhees being accidentally resurrected by a boat's anchor hitting an underwater power cable. He hitches a ride on the Lazarus , a cruise ship carrying a graduating high school class to New York City. Many fans consider Hodder’s performance in this film

Rob Hedden originally wanted much more of the film to take place in New York. Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhatta...