Fans poke fun ‘Wait, hold up…’ as Linda Cardellini is in talks to play Pamela Voorhees in A24’s ‘FRIDAY THE 13TH’ prequel series

In the latest twist in the continuously growing Friday the 13th franchise, Linda Cardellini, who also starred in Dead to Me and Scooby-Doo, is reportedly in talks to play the iconic Pamela Voorhees in A24's prequel series. Yes, you read that right. The comedienne and dramedy TV star is said to be going for the chill-inducing part of Jason's mom, Camp Crystal Lake's masked terror, in a career shift that catches everyone off guard. It is a move that is already eliciting interest among horror enthusiasts in the world.

Linda Cardellini’s potential casting has caused quite a stir online, with fans flooding social media to react. While A24’s involvement in the prequel series has been met with excitement, the casting news has sparked a mix of confusion, laughter, and sheer disbelief. After all, Pamela Voorhees is the ultimate horror villain so is Linda Cardellini the right fit to bring this maternal killer to life? Let us look at the reactions of the fans that made this announcement go viral on the internet.

Fans React to Linda Cardellini as Pamela Voorhees

The news broke, and like clockwork, social media erupted with a range of reactions some cheering, others scratching their heads. One fan posted, “Wait hold up…” a simple yet effective way to express their shock at the casting choice.

Others weren’t as reserved, echoing sentiments like, “Make it already!”

and “Yet another prequel series SMH.” With so many prequels being churned out these days (hello Chucky), the idea of another Friday the 13th origin story had fans groaning.

But the fun didn’t stop there. One commenter couldn’t help but joke, “Oh not her. She’s a charismatic sexy mom. If anything, Emma Watson should play Pamela Voorhees 🤣.” As outlandish as it sounds, it’s clear that some fans were having a bit of fun with their reactions, as they imagined the Harry Potter star donning the bloody sweater and wielding the knife.

Naturally, it wasn't entirely lighthearted. A few fans are actually hyped about Linda Cardellini possibly taking on the role, singling her out as the best candidate to inject new depth into Pamela Voorhees. "Cardellini brings horror icon to life," another tweet read, indicating that a few are totally on board with the possibility of seeing the actress take on the role of an infamous slasher villain.

But then there's the other side of the debate, where individuals express their concerns. "But do we NEED another Friday the 13th movie??" one commenter asked.

With the franchise already boasting dozens of films and reboots, the question is: is this prequel just another attempt to milk a dead horse (or should we say, a dead Jason)? Others were equally skeptical, calling it “another unnecessary prequel series to milk a dead franchise.” The cynicism is understandable there’s always a risk when revisiting a well-worn story, especially one as beloved as Friday the 13th.

As you scroll through the comments, you’ll find a healthy dose of sarcasm. "Why would anyone want to see this slop idea?" asked one fan, dishing out some hard-hitting critique of the prequel idea.

This perfectly encapsulates how exactly a person must feel who believes that the Friday the 13th series has passed its expiration date. For this individual, there is no necessity to recreate Pamela Voorhees when Jason's bloody legacy already is so iconic.

While the jury remains out on whether Linda Cardellini will end up playing Pamela Voorhees, one thing is for sure: the internet loves a good casting scandal. Whether they're excited, snarky, or simply amused by the prospect of this prequel, one thing is sure: they don't hold back when offering an opinion.

So, if you're looking forward to seeing the show premiere or roll your eyes at another prequel, you can bet the Friday the 13th franchise will have us buzzing. Will Pamela be brought back by Linda Cardellini as a character, or is it "you can't top the original"? Only time will tell but meanwhile, the reactions are what make the whole spectacle worth it.