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5. Jason X (2001)

Jason proves just as deadly in outer space as he does at Camp Crystal Lake in Jim Isaac’s 2001 spin on the character, which imagines that the deadliest psycho in human history is captured and put into stasis in the year 2010, only to be taken into space in the year 2455 by students who are exploring the now-abandoned planet Earth. Once he’s thawed out, his mood hasn’t improved much in four centuries—and, well, you can imagine what happens next.

That said, Jason X adds all kinds of nifty sci-fi flourishes to the standard Friday rampage (Jason battles an android! Jason experiences virtual reality! Jason becomes a full-fledged cyborg!) that make it a surprisingly enjoyable, and truly unique, addition to the series. Bonus points for that David Cronenberg cameo too.