Trachtenberg's Family Horror Comedy 'Freddy the 13th' Gets 2028 Premiere Date

Paramount Animation has set an October 13, 2028 release date for Dan Trachtenberg's untitled animated film based on Yehudi Mercado's indie comic 'Freddy the 13th,' announced at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, Deadline reported. The project marks a notable shift for the director known for the intense sci-fi horror of 'Prey' and '10 Cloverfield Lane.'

DeadlineParamount Sets Oct. 13, 2028 Release for Dan Trachtenberg's Animated 'Freddy the 13th' Adaptation

According to Deadline, the film is described as 'a family horror comedy blending animated elements with the Freddy the 13th comic property.' The hybrid tone places it in a growing niche of animated content that aims to entertain both younger audiences and adults without straying into outright terror.

The A.V. Club highlighted that this adaptation 'marks a departure from his typically violent sci-fi/horror films, moving into kid-friendly animated content.' Trachtenberg's pivot to family entertainment underscores the comic's accessible premise, which The Hollywood Reporter noted revolves around 'a mishap during a family vacation.'

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The untitled feature adapts Mercado's comic, which delivers horror-adjacent humor suitable for a broad audience. With a prime Friday the 13th release date, the film positions itself as a spooky seasonal offering for families, blending Trachtenberg's genre expertise with a lighter touch.