Scream Factory Finds Original Negative of Sleepaway Camp, Plans 4K Restoration
The home video label said on social media that it is pursuing a 4K restoration of Robert Hiltzik's 1983 summer-camp slasher.
Scream Factory announced on social media on October 29, 2026, that an original negative of Sleepaway Camp has been found, and that the label is pursuing a 4K restoration of the 1983 film. The discovery was reported by bloody-disgusting.com.
Sleepaway Camp was written and directed by Robert Hiltzik and released in 1983. The film follows cousins Ricky and Angela at summer camp, where murders begin to occur. Felissa Rose plays Angela, with Jonathan Tiersten as Ricky.
The title has previously had home video releases on VHS, DVD and Blu-ray. In earlier HD versions, the killer's silhouette in one scene became clearly visible, and a fake mustache worn by Officer Frank Breton, played by Allen Breton, became more noticeable.
Scream Factory has not announced a release date or specifications for the restoration.
Quick answers
Is there a 4K restoration of Sleepaway Camp?
Scream Factory said it is pursuing a 4K restoration after an original negative of the film was found. A release date has not been announced.
Who directed Sleepaway Camp?
Robert Hiltzik wrote and directed the film, which was released in 1983.