Friday The 17th

Years after his demise, Jason Voorhees is resurrected by a mysterious electrical surge and embarks on a murderous rampage aboard a cruise ship heading to New York City. As the ship sails towards Manhattan, Jason systematically eliminates the graduating students and crewmembers, leaving a trail of gore. Once in the city, he continues his pursuit, culminating in a final, chaotic confrontation in the subway.

The film was poorly received by critics and audiences alike, often cited as one of the weaker installments in the Friday the 13th franchise. While some appreciated the change of scenery to New York, many found the plot contrived, the kills uninspired, and Jason's characterization less effective.

• Fans of the series may find some enjoyment in Jason's return and the novelty of a New York setting.

• The plot is widely criticized for its illogical progression and uninspired scares.

• The film suffers from weak acting and predictable death sequences.

Google audience: Audience reviews frequently mention disappointment with the storyline's execution and a lack of originality in Jason's methods. While some appreciate the effort to move the franchise to a new urban environment, many feel it doesn't live up to the potential.

Due to budget constraints and filming in Vancouver, only a handful of scenes were actually shot in New York City; the rest was filmed to look like Manhattan.