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Peacock has announced release dates for its fall scripted series, including the 'Friday the 13th' prequel 'Crystal Lake' and the thriller 'The Good Daughter.' The announcements, made during the NBC upfronts, also included a release window for the second season of 'The Office' spinoff 'The Paper' and a new comedy from Amy Poehler.
Facts First
- 'Crystal Lake' premieres October 15, starring Linda Cardellini as Pamela Voorhees in a prequel to the original film.
- 'The Good Daughter' arrives November 12, a limited series starring Rose Byrne and based on Karin Slaughter's novel.
- Season 2 of 'The Paper' is set for September, a spinoff set in the same universe as 'The Office.'
- Amy Poehler's comedy 'Dig' will debut in November, following archaeologists who uncover an international conspiracy.
- 'Ted: The Animated Series' is 'coming soon' to the streaming service.
What Happened
Peacock announced specific release dates for two major fall scripted series during the NBC upfronts. The 'Friday the 13th' prequel series 'Crystal Lake' is scheduled to premiere on October 15. The psychological thriller limited series 'The Good Daughter,' based on the Karin Slaughter novel, is set to arrive on November 12. The announcements also included a September release window for the second season of 'The Paper,' a spinoff of 'The Office,' and confirmed a November debut for the new Amy Poehler comedy 'Dig.'
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of horror, thrillers, or comedies, your streaming options are expanding this fall. You will have new, high-profile series to watch, including a deep dive into the origin story of a classic horror villain and a star-studded adaptation of a popular novel. The continued investment in scripted content suggests Peacock is likely to remain a competitive destination for original programming.
What's Next
You can expect 'Crystal Lake' and 'The Good Daughter' to begin streaming on their announced dates in October and November, respectively. More specific marketing and trailers for these series are likely to be released in the coming months. The second season of 'The Paper' is scheduled to arrive in September, and the exact premiere date for 'Dig' within November should be confirmed closer to its release.