Paramount Animation Unveils Release Date for Dan Trachtenberg’s Animated ‘Freddy the 13th’

Paramount Animation has announced the release date for the highly anticipated animated horror comedy, ‘Freddy the 13th’, directed by Dan Trachtenberg. The movie is based on Yehudi Mercado’s indie comic and has been in production for a while.

As announced at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival last month, the project has been given a release date of Friday, October 13, 2028. The film follows a family vacation that takes a dark turn when fun Uncle Freddy accidentally kills the Boogeyman and takes on his powers.

Trachtenberg, known for his work on ’10 Cloverfield Lane’ and ‘Predator: Badlands’, will direct the film alongside co-director Yehudi Mercado. The movie is described as a PG-rated horror comedy that delivers ‘scares and laughs to the whole family.’

The project marks the latest collaboration between Trachtenberg and Paramount Animation, which has been developing the film under a three-year producing and directing first-look deal signed by Trachtenberg last year. The deal allows Trachtenberg to produce and direct projects for the animation division of Paramount Pictures.

‘Freddy the 13th’ is a unique take on the horror genre, blending elements of comedy and family-friendly entertainment. The film’s release date is sure to generate excitement among fans of animated horror comedies.

Trachtenberg and Mercado will produce the film alongside longtime collaborator Ben Rosenblatt. The project is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the horror genre, with its blend of scares and laughs.

Paramount Animation has a reputation for producing high-quality animated films that appeal to a wide range of audiences. With ‘Freddy the 13th’, the studio is poised to deliver another exciting and entertaining film that will leave audiences laughing and screaming.

The film’s release date of October 13, 2028, is sure to be a major talking point in the animation and horror communities. Fans of the genre will be eagerly anticipating the film’s release, and it’s likely to be one of the most highly anticipated animated horror comedies of the year.

Trachtenberg’s experience in directing horror and sci-fi films has prepared him well for the challenges of bringing this unique story to life. With his collaboration with Mercado and Rosenblatt, the film is sure to be a hit with audiences.

The release date announcement comes as a welcome addition to the growing list of animated horror comedies in production. With its unique blend of scares and laughs, ‘Freddy the 13th’ is poised to become a classic in the genre.

Paramount Animation has a long history of producing high-quality animated films that appeal to a wide range of audiences. With ‘Freddy the 13th’, the studio is poised to deliver another exciting and entertaining film that will leave audiences laughing and screaming.