Dan Trachtenberg

“Paramount Animation has announced a release date for Dan Trachtenberg's untitled animated film based on Yehudi Mercado's indie comic 'Freddy the 13th.' The project, previously unveiled at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, is set to debut on Friday, October 13, 2028. The film is described as a family horror comedy, blending the horror elements of the original comic with a lighthearted tone. Directed by Trachtenberg and co-directed by [name redacted], the release date marks a significant milestone for the project as it moves closer to production.”

“Paramount is developing an animated film titled 'Freddy the 13th,' based on a graphic horror novel about Freddy Vanwinkle, a 13th-born son who consistently fails at everything he attempts. The project is being developed by Dan Trachtenberg, known for directing 'Predator: Badlands.' Despite the horror-sounding title, the studio has emphasized that the film will be a 'wholesome, PG-rated' movie. It is expected to focus on humor rather than horror, aiming to appeal to a broader family audience.”