Okay, I know the above requires an advanced degree in linguistics to parse out, but it’s true. There is currently a rumor in play about the casting status for the upcoming sequel of the Friday the 13th remake.
Specifically, the role of Jason Voorhees, if the rumor is true, is to be passed on to former UFC champion Tim Sylvia, which is a change from the original actor, Derek Mears.
Naturally, Platinum Dunes has issued loud and vociferous denial at the very idea, stating:
‘”dont believe the rumor. We are NOT shooting F13 right now, and the only person i want to work with as JASON is Derek Mears.”‘
First off, riiiiight. They’re not shooting a sequel to the remake that did at least passably well at the box office even if it was a total insult to the canon. Second, I can believe they’d want to dump Mears in favor of someone who didn’t make Jason look like a carny on meth.
It’ll remain to be seen who comes back, but frankly, I think a cast change is likely.
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