This entry features the "slimy" Jason design, which many fans consider one of his most intimidating appearances. Technical Note

Despite its flaws, the film is a favorite for fans of "so-bad-it's-good" cinema. It features some of the series' most creative (and absurd) moments:

Jason literally knocks a character's head off with a single punch on a rooftop.

A quintessential 80s moment where Jason scares off a gang in Times Square.

Due to budget constraints, most of the film was shot in Vancouver. Actual NYC footage is limited to the final act.

Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan remains one of the most infamous entries in the slasher genre. Released in 1989, it promised a change of scenery for the hockey-masked killer but famously spent the majority of its runtime on a slow-moving cruise ship. The Premise

It was the lowest-grossing film in the franchise at the time, leading Paramount to sell the character rights to New Line Cinema. Why It’s a Cult Classic