Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday (Theatrical) (1993)

Description

Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday (1993) – 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray (Theatrical Cut)

Arrow | 91 min | Unrated | May 20, 2025
 Genres: Horror, Thriller, Supernatural, Mystery
 Format: 4K Ultra HD (Region Free) – Theatrical Version

️ Video

• Codec: HEVC / H.265
• Resolution: Native 4K (2160p)
• HDR: Dolby Vision, HDR10
• Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
• Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ (4.5/5)
  Arrow’s 4K restoration brings out the best this divisive entry has ever looked. The scan from the original 35mm negative results in vibrant color contrasts—especially in outdoor daylight scenes—while HDR adds depth to both warm and cool tones. That said, early sequences (especially in the lab) suffer from excessive grain and shadow crush. Once it settles, clarity improves drastically, and detail in closeups becomes excellent. Overall, a strong presentation with some atmospheric gloom baked in.

Audio

• Tracks:
  • English DTS-HD MA 5.1
  • English DTS-HD MA 2.0
• Subtitles: English SDH
• Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4.0/5)
  The 5.1 mix is immersive but leans front-heavy during dialogue scenes. Surrounds come alive in key horror sequences, with atmospheric whispers, drones, and ambient noise stretching the soundstage. Gunshots, body-horror effects, and musical cues land well with solid directionality. Bass is respectable but not overwhelming. Dialogue stays clean and intelligible throughout.

Special Features (Theatrical Cut)

• ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5.0/5)
  A stacked disc of legacy and new features for franchise fans:
  • Faces of Death – Interview w/ FX artist Robert Kurtzman
  • Undercover Angel – Interview w/ Julie Michaels
  • Mixing It Up – Interview w/ composer Harry Manfredini
  • Gates of Hell – Interview w/ director Adam Marcus
  • Jason vs. Terminator – Childhood memories w/ Marcus
  • Über-Jason – Interview w/ Kane Hodder
  • Additional TV Footage w/ optional commentary
  • Theatrical Trailer, TV Spots, Still Galleries
  • Introduction by Adam Marcus before feature film

Overall

• Movie: ⭐½☆☆☆ (1.5/5)
• Video: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½
• Audio: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
• Extras: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
• Overall Score: ⭐⭐½☆☆ (2.5/5)

Review Summary:
Often cited as one of the franchise’s strangest detours, Jason Goes to Hell offers body-hopping mayhem, minimal hockey mask action, and wild lore. While the film itself remains a low point for many fans, Arrow’s 4K theatrical release is technically outstanding, backed by a robust extras lineup and a presentation that finally gives the film some visual dignity.
⚠️ RECOMMENDED for completists and collectors. Casual viewers: enter at your own risk.