It seems that one of this year's more popular remakes will be getting a enw installment. According to Bloody-Disgusting, Platinum Dunes will be producing Friday the 13th II.

A release date of August 13, 2010 has also been announced for the remake, although there hasn't been word yet if the casting process has begun, or if Derek Mears will reprise his role as Jason Voorhees from the first Friday the 13th remake.

Ironically, the sequel will be the 13th film in the long-running franchise. We'll be sure to keep you posted on any new developments regarding Friday the 13th II.