Yes, according to Adam Marcus, the director of Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday, Jason Voorhees is a Deadite from The Evil Dead franchise.
The Director's Revelation
Adam Marcus has stated with strong conviction that Jason Voorhees' supernatural abilities and persistent return are directly attributed to him being a Deadite. This explanation ties the Friday the 13th series into the broader demonic lore established in The Evil Dead universe.
In-Film Evidence
While not explicitly stated within the film itself, Jason Goes to Hell contains subtle elements that hint at this cross-franchise connection, which support Marcus's claim:
- The Necronomicon: A character in the film comes across a very familiar-looking book, strongly resembling the Necronomicon Ex-Mortis, the Book of the Dead, which is central to the Evil Dead films. This book is the primary source of Deadite creation and power.
- The Kandarian Dagger: Alongside the book, a distinctive, ornate knife is also seen. This knife bears a striking resemblance to the Kandarian Dagger, another infamous artifact from The Evil Dead series, which is used to combat or control Deadites.
These inclusions serve as deliberate nods by the director to establish Jason's origin as a Deadite, explaining his unique and seemingly indestructible nature. This perspective clarifies why Jason continues to rise from the grave, possesses immense strength, and can possess others – traits consistent with Deadite characteristics.
