Released in 1981, Friday the 13th Part 2 takes us back to the eerie surroundings of Crystal Lake. But this time, the story unfolds five years after the horrifying events of the first film. Despite facing opposition from the Motion Picture Association of America over its graphic violence, leading to several cuts to secure an R rating, the sequel was a commercial success.
Here’s how you can watch and stream Friday the 13th Part 2 via streaming services such as HBO Max.
Is Friday the 13th Part 2 available to watch via streaming?
Yes, Friday the 13th Part 2 is available to watch via streaming on HBO Max.
The film is not just an ordinary sequel to a horror franchise, but it forever changed the landscape of the genre. It marked the birth of a horror legend, Jason Voorhees, whose reign of terror would continue throughout the franchise, making him a pop culture phenomenon, all the while cementing him as one of the most iconic characters in the cinematic universe of horror.
As the horror unfolds, we witness an unknown stalker who starts terrorizing a group of unsuspecting camp counselors at a training camp near Crystal Lake. The suspense gradually builds up as the counselors start to disappear one by one, leaving us on the edge of our seats. The film is a must-watch for all the movie buffs and horror fanatics. Just remember, you might want to leave the lights on!
Directed by Steve Miner, the film marked his directorial debut and was penned by the talented Ron Kurz. The lead role of Ginny Field, a student majoring in child psychology, is played by Amy Steel. John Furey portrays Paul Holt, who is the owner and the main counselor of the training center. Adrienne King returns from the first film to reprise her role as Alice Hardy, the survivor from the original movie. The character of Jason Voorhees, who is the primary antagonist, is brought to life by Steve Daskawisz.
Watch Friday the 13th Part 2 streaming via HBO Max
Friday the 13th Part 2 is available to watch on HBO Max. It is an on demand video streaming service that boasts a diverse portfolio of television series, movies, and original content. It is owned and operated by Warner Bros.
You can watch via Max, formerly known as HBO Max, by following these steps:
- Go to HBOMax.com/subscribe
- Click ‘Sign Up Now’
- Choose your plan:
- $9.99 per month or $99.99 per year (with ads)
- $15.99 per month or $149.99 per year (ad-free)
- $19.99 per month or $199.99 per year (ultimate ad-free)
- Enter your personal information and password
- Select ‘Create Account’
Max With Ads provides the service’s streaming library at a Full HD resolution, allowing users to stream on up to two supported devices at once. Max Ad-Free removes the service’s commercials and allows streaming on two devices at once in Full HD. It also allows for 30 downloads at a time to allow users to watch content offline. On the other hand, Max Ultimate Ad-Free allows users to stream on four devices at once in a 4K Ultra HD resolution and provides Dolby Atmos audio and 100 downloads.
The Friday the 13th Part 2 synopsis is as follows:
“Five years after the horrible bloodbath at Camp Crystal Lake, new counselors roam the area, not sensing the ominous lurking presence that proves that the grisly legend is real.“
NOTE: The streaming services listed above are subject to change. The information provided was correct at the time of writing.
