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Showrunner Brad Caleb Kane says he was overruled on nudity for Peacock’s Friday the 13th prequel series Crystal Lake, insisting the network limited breast exposure while allowing graphic violence. Kane told TheWrap that “you can give the kids the violence, but God forbid they see some breasts,” echoing a long‑standing horror trope where sex precedes death. The series, starring Linda Cardellini as Pamela Voorhees, delivers numerous gory kills—including blood‑bag bursts and a deep‑fried head—while keeping sex scenes modest. Kane claims he would have pushed the franchise’s traditional nudity if not for the restriction and already has ideas for more kills in a potential second season. Crystal Lake premiered on Peacock in the U.S. and on Sky and NOW in the U.K. today.