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Friday the 13th: The Series (https://web.archive.org/web/20061031125219/http://www.jumptheshark.com/f/fridaythe13th.htm) is one of the most unusual and misunderstood horror shows of the 1980s (https://www.sitcomsonline.com/boards/showpost.php?p=6241354&postcount=5), and the real story behind its creation, rise, and cancellation is far stranger than most fans ever realized. It carried the name of a legendary slasher franchise, yet had no Jason, no Camp Crystal Lake, and no connection to the films that made the brand famous.

So how did it survive for three seasons, build a loyal cult following, and influence future supernatural TV shows for years to come?

Let's Find Out. This is the History Of Friday The 13th TV Series (https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Series/FridayThe13thTheSeries).