The original name of the film was Freaky Friday the 13th, a reference to the various Freaky Friday (1976) films, about a mother and daughter body swapping, and the Friday the 13th (1980) films.
Kathryn Newton was the first choice for Millie, but she originally declined the role. However, after speaking with Jason Blum about the project, she eventually changed her mind.
The bulk of the movie takes place on Friday the 13th. The film was released Friday, November 13th, 2020.
Director/co-writer Christopher Landon proposed a crossover movie with Happy Death Day (2017), called "Freaky Death Day".
At the football game, Booker's last name of Strode is seen on his jersey. This is a reference to slasher icon Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) of the Halloween (1978) series. In addition, Blumhouse previously made Halloween (2018).